STEMs 3 C And Edgar Allan Poe
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- 1.
Hypo means
- A.
Under
- B.
Above
- C.
More
- D.
Warm
Correct Answer
A. UnderExplanation
The word "hypo" is a prefix that means "under" or "below." It is commonly used in scientific and medical terms to indicate something that is lower or less than normal. Therefore, the correct answer is "under."Rate this question:
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- 2.
If you are suffering from hypothermia you need to decrease your body temperature.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
If you are suffering from hypothermia, you actually need to increase your body temperature, not decrease it. Hypothermia is a condition where your body loses heat faster than it can produce it, causing a dangerously low body temperature. To treat hypothermia, it is important to warm the body gradually using methods such as removing wet clothing, covering with blankets, and applying warm packs. Therefore, the statement that you need to decrease your body temperature if you have hypothermia is false.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Psuedo
- A.
Multiple
- B.
False
- C.
Nerve
- D.
Variety
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The given answer "false" does not have any context or connection with the provided words "Psuedo, multiple, nerve, variety". Therefore, without any further information or context, it is not possible to determine the specific reason why the answer is false.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Neuro means
- A.
Close to
- B.
Nerve
- C.
Cut
- D.
Under
Correct Answer
B. NerveExplanation
The prefix "neuro" is derived from the Greek word "neuron," which means "nerve." Therefore, "neuro" is closely related to or associated with nerves.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Tomy means
- A.
Blood
- B.
Cut
- C.
Under
- D.
One
Correct Answer
B. CutExplanation
The word "tomy" does not have a clear meaning on its own. However, when combined with the word "cut" (as in "tomy cut"), it forms the word "tomycut" which means "cut". Therefore, the correct answer is "cut".Rate this question:
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- 6.
Hema means
- A.
Bruise
- B.
Blood
- C.
First
- D.
False
Correct Answer
B. BloodExplanation
Hema means "blood".Rate this question:
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- 7.
Proto means
- A.
Protein
- B.
First
- C.
End
- D.
One
Correct Answer
B. FirstExplanation
The word "proto" is derived from the Greek word "protos," which means "first." In this context, "proto" is used as a prefix to indicate something that is the earliest or original form of a concept or idea. Therefore, the correct answer is "first."Rate this question:
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- 8.
Phon means
- A.
Fun
- B.
Telephone
- C.
Sound
- D.
One
Correct Answer
C. SoundExplanation
The word "phon" is commonly used as a prefix in words related to sound, such as "telephone" (a device used for transmitting sound) and "phonetics" (the study of speech sounds). Therefore, "sound" is the most appropriate answer as it encompasses the meaning of "phon" in this context.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Mono means
- A.
Infection
- B.
One
- C.
Many
- D.
Hand
Correct Answer
B. OneExplanation
The term "mono" is derived from the Greek word "monos" which means "one." In this context, "mono" refers to "one" and not "infection," "many," or "hand." Therefore, the correct answer is "one."Rate this question:
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- 10.
William Sydney Porter was a psuedonym used by O. Henry.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
William Sydney Porter was indeed a pseudonym used by the American writer O. Henry. O. Henry is known for his short stories, which often had surprise endings and a focus on ordinary people. Using a pseudonym allowed him to separate his writing identity from his personal life and also added a sense of mystery to his works.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Edgar Allan Poe used a psuedonym to get into the military.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Edgar Allan Poe did indeed use a pseudonym to get into the military. He enlisted in the United States Army under the name "Edgar A. Perry" in 1827, as he was underage and wanted to serve. He later revealed his true identity and was honorably discharged. This use of a pseudonym allowed Poe to circumvent the age requirement and pursue his desire to join the military.Rate this question:
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- 12.
The monorail in Disney World passes through the park on a dual track system.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The monorail in Disney World does not pass through the park on a dual track system. Instead, it operates on a single track system.Rate this question:
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- 13.
A prototype is the last model created before an item is put in production.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
A prototype is not the last model created before an item is put in production. It is actually the initial or early version of a product that is created to test and evaluate its design, functionality, and feasibility. Prototypes are used to gather feedback, make improvements, and refine the product before it goes into production. Therefore, the given statement is false.Rate this question:
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