A __________ is a predisposition toward developing a disorder, for example, an inherited tendency toward alcoholism
What is it?
Answer: diathesis
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What led the physician to ask for further testing? a) There was a high level of sugar in his blood. b) Focusing on near objects may have started to become difficult. c) The decline in strength was more than would be expected for his age. d) Changes in odor and taste sensitivity may interfere with proper nutrition.
Janie has been drinking too much. Which of her abilities has probably not been affected by her alcohol consumption?
a. her depth perception c. her memory b. her perception of loud sounds d. her judgment