Question

1. which of these conditions is an abnormal widening of a portion of an artery?

arthroplasty
aneurysm
atherosclerosis
arteriosclerosis

Explanation:

Arthroplasty is a surgical procedure for joints. Atherosclerosis is the hardening of arteries due to plaque buildup. Arteriosclerosis is the general hardening of arteries. An aneurysm is the abnormal widening of a portion of an artery.

Answer:

B. Aneurysm