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English · Q374

One Word Substitution

Competitive Exams · English · question 374

Q374

The branch of medical science which deals with the problems of the old

A.
Oncology
B.
Geriatrics
Answer
C.
Obstetrics
D.
Endocrinology

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
One word substitute is Geriatrics.

Oncology: the study and treatment of tumours.
Geriatrics: the branch of medicine or social science dealing with the health and care of old people.
Obstetrics: the branch of medicine and surgery concerned with childbirth and midwifery.
Endocrinology: the branch of physiology and medicine concerned with endocrine glands and hormones.