The above graph is a graph of cancer rate per 100,000 males over the date specified. Answer the following questions based on the graph.1. What conclusion can you make concerning the cancer rate from 2003 to 2007?2. What was the approximate rate in 2007?3. If the rate continues the same, what would you predict the rate would be in 2008?
What will be an ideal response?
1. The rate is decreasing.
2. It was a little over 190 cases/100,000.
3. It would be approximately 189 cases/100,000.
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A) Head injury and spine injury B) Head injury, spine injury, and internal bleeding C) Head injury and internal bleeding D) Head injury
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The changing of traction apparatus on the back would be reported with code ____________________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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A) insulin B) penicillin injection C) potassium chloride injection D) heparin