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QUESTION 41--The term "posterior" is often used in medicine to describe the _____?

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Correct Incorrect The term "posterior" stems from the Latin word "posterus," meaning "coming after". Therefore, posterior is used in medicine to describe the back side of things, and is the opposite of anterior.

QUESTION 41--The term "posterior" is often used in medicine to describe the _____?

• Back Side
• Inside
• Front Side
• Outside