Growth due to increased cell size is called ________.

A. hyperplasia
B. hypertrophy
C. dystrophy
D. atrophy


Answer: B

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What will be an ideal response?

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B. Obturator nerve
C. Femoral nerve
D. Common fibular nerve

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