Match the type of muscular dystrophy with its description. The types may be used more than once.
-The face is expressionless and pouting of the lips makes whistling impossible.
A)Duchenne muscular dystrophy
B)Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy
C)Scapuloperoneal muscular dystrophy
D)Myotonic dystrophy
E)Becker muscular dystrophy

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The description matches Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy, which is characterized by weakness in the face and shoulders.

Answer: A
 This description matches Duchenne muscular dystrophy, which also involves weakness in the facial muscles.

Answer: D
 Myotonic dystrophy can cause facial weakness and difficulty with facial expressions.

Answer: E
 Becker muscular dystrophy is closely related to Duchenne muscular dystrophy and also involves weakness in the facial muscles.

Answer: C
 This description does not match any of the types given. Scapuloperoneal muscular dystrophy typically involves weakness in the muscles of the feet and lower legs, and may also affect the shoulders.

Match the Type of Muscular Dystrophy with Its Description