Which of the following examination methods is the process of listening to body sounds? 

A. Auscultation
B. Mensuration
C. Palpation
D. Inspection
E. Manipulation


A. Auscultation
Auscultation is the process of listening to body sounds to detect the flow of blood through an artery and to assess sounds from the heart, lungs, and abdominal organs.

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