Which of the following suffixes means paralysis?
A) -rrhea
B) -lysis
C) -penia
D) -plegia
D
Explanation: A) The suffix -rrhea means flow or discharge.
B) The suffix -lysis means destruction or separation.
C) The suffix -penia means a lack of or deficient number.
D) Correct.
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