Which of these is a combining form that means "rectum"?

A) sigmoid/o-
B) gastr/o-
C) proct/o-
D) choledoch/o-


C
Explanation: A) Sigmoid/o- means "sigmoid colon."
B) Gastr/o- means "stomach."
C) Correct!
D) Choledoch/o- means "common bile duct."

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