A type of arthritis that involves accumulations of uric acid crystals is called 

A. osteoarthritis.
B. gout.
C. rheumatoid arthritis.
D. osteoporosis.


Answer: B

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A) 3 B) 4 C) 5 D) 6 E) 9

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