Verbs that end in -ing and act as nouns are called _______________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


gerunds

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a. Reducing dietary fat b. Increasing exercise c. Increasing sodium d. Limiting alcohol consumption

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Characteristics of water that make it valuable for fire extinguishment include:

A. low coefficient of friction. B. a single application method. C. a greater heat-absorbing capacity than other agents. D. an ability to change to steam with little energy required.

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You are caring for an 18-day-old boy with inadequate respirations. Which instruction would you provide to your new partner as she is ventilating him with the bag-valve mask?

A) "Squeeze the bag just enough so that you get a nice rise and fall of his chest." B) "Do not be afraid to give a little extra pressure since his lungs are not fully developed." C) "Since he is so small and does not need a lot of oxygen, just give 4 breaths per minute." D) "Let's breathe for him until his heart rate gets above 60; then we can stop."

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A condition where the cementum of adjacent teeth is joined together is called "condensing osteitis."

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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