An area of swelling or enlargement in a weakened arterial wall is called:

A. a thrombus.
B. an aneurysm.
C. an embolism.
D. atherosclerosis.


Ans: B. an aneurysm.

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Which class of fire involves combustible cooking fuels such as vegetable and animal oils and fat?

A. A B. B C. D D. K

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