Which term means "paralysis of one (limb)"?

a. diplegia
b. quadriplegia
c. monoplegia
d. hemiplegia


c
Explanation:
a. diplegia: means "paralysis of two limbs"
b. quadriplegia: means "paralysis of four limbs"
c. monoplegia: correct
d. hemiplegia: means "paralysis of one half of the body"

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