Human Biology (MindTap Course List)
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Author: Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan
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Over the last few months, your best friend, Mark, has noticed a small, black-brown, raised growth developing on his arm. When you suggest that he have it examined by his doctor, he says he’s going to wait and see if it gets any larger. You know that’s not a very smart answer. Give three arguments that you can use to try to convince Mark to seek medical advice as soon as possible.
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