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1. Choose the meaning of the word 'supplement' in the following sentence: 'Calcium pills may be used to supplement your diet.'

• A. Replace
• B. Add to
• C. Reflect
• D. Parallel

Correct answer: B

Rationale: In the context of the sentence, the word 'supplement' is used to mean adding something extra to enhance or complete the diet. Therefore, the meaning of the word is 'add to.' Choice A ('Replace') is incorrect because 'supplement' does not mean to substitute or exchange. Choice C ('Reflect') is incorrect because 'supplement' does not mean to mirror or show. Choice D ('Parallel') is incorrect because 'supplement' does not mean to correspond or be similar in a particular way.

2. What is the meaning of incorrigible?

• A. Curable
• B. Incurable
• C. Treatable
• D. Temporary

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'Incurable.' Incorrigible refers to something or someone that is beyond correction or incurable. It implies a persistent behavior or trait that is difficult or impossible to change. Choice A, 'Curable,' is incorrect because incorrigible means the opposite - not capable of being cured. Choice C, 'Treatable,' is incorrect because incorrigible implies a condition that is resistant to treatment. Choice D, 'Temporary,' is incorrect as incorrigible suggests a long-lasting or permanent state, not something temporary.

3. An overt symptom is ___________.

• A. dangerous
• B. hidden
• C. obvious
• D. controlled

Correct answer: C

Rationale: An overt symptom is a symptom that is easily noticeable or observable. It is not hidden or controlled, but rather overt and easily seen or identified by others. Therefore, the correct answer is C, 'obvious.' 'Dangerous' (choice A) does not describe the visibility of a symptom but rather its potential harm. 'Hidden' (choice B) is the opposite of overt, meaning not easily visible. 'Controlled' (choice D) does not relate to the visibility of a symptom but rather implies regulation or management.'

4. Choose the meaning of the word rationale in the following sentence: "Step-by-step, the doctor explained the rationale for the treatment."

• A. Reasoning
• B. Prescription
• C. Procedure
• D. Necessity

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Corrected Question: In this context, the word 'rationale' refers to the underlying reasoning or justification for the treatment being explained step-by-step by the doctor. It pertains to the logical basis or thought process behind the chosen course of action. 'Prescription' (Choice B), 'Procedure' (Choice C), and 'Necessity' (Choice D) do not accurately capture the meaning of 'rationale' in the sentence provided.

5. Select the correct definition of the word 'prognosis' in the sentence: 'The doctor’s prognosis gave the patient reason to feel optimistic.'

• A. Instructions
• B. Estimate
• C. Behavior
• D. Outcome statement

Correct answer: D

Rationale: In the context provided, 'prognosis' refers to a doctor's prediction or statement about the likely outcome of a disease or condition. This makes 'Outcome statement' the correct choice. 'Instructions' (A) are not related to prognosis. 'Estimate' (B) is a rough calculation or approximation, not a prediction of an outcome. 'Behavior' (C) refers to actions, conduct, or manner of an individual, which is not the meaning of 'prognosis' in this sentence.

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