A slight paralysis or weakness that affects one side of the body is:

A) quadriplegia.
B) hemiplegia.
C) hemiparesis.
D) paraparesis.


C
Explanation:
A) Quadriplegia is paralysis of all four limbs and the lower body.
B) Hemiplegia is paralysis of one side of the body.
C) Correct.
D) Paraparesis is weakness of the lower half of the body and legs.

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