This is a viral disease that disables the immune response by destroying helper T cells

A) ESR
B) CBC
C) AIDS
D) PLT


C
Explanation: AIDS stands for acquired immune deficiency syndrome caused by the HIV virus, which attacks helper T cells.

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The process of coughing up and spitting out material from the lungs, bronchi, and trachea is ________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Interscholastic sports are viewed by many as an integral part of the educational experience for high school and junior high students.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Communication of tasks is difficult in station teaching because

A. the teacher does not present tasks to learner. B. media do not do a good job of task presentation. C. learners work independent of the teacher. D. many tasks usually have to be presented at one time.

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