________, sometimes referred to as "hump back," is a result of the normal thoracic curvature becoming exaggerated.

A. Kyphosis
B. Scoliosis
C. Lordosis
D. Lyphosis


Answer: A

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a. NFPA 13 b. NFPA 25 c. NFPA 101 d. NFPA 17D

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The ________ sphincter, also known as the esophageal sphincter, controls the movement of food into the stomach. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Two of the immediate effects of the increase in malpractice litigation are seen in _____ malpractice insurance premiums and the _____ in the number of carriers willing to assume the risk

a. lower; decrease b. lower; increase c. higher; decrease d. higher; increase

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How does a consensus standard become enforceable in a local community?

A. Application to the local jurisdiction is only enforceable after the local community adopts the standard. B. Application to the local jurisdiction is automatic once adopted by the standards making organization. C. Application to the local jurisdiction is required by the federal governments of Canada and the U.S. upon approval of the standard. D. Application to the local jurisdiction is generally automatic because most communities adopt standards by reference.

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