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elective [ilek′tiv] Etymology: L, eligere, to choose pertaining to a procedure that is performed by choice and is not essential, such as elective surgery. elective non-urgent; at an elected time, e.g. of surgery. elective adjective Referring to that which is planned or undertaken by choice and without urgency, as in elective surgery, see there noun Graduate education noun A short–±6 wk period of clinical contact
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More hours available within Section I electives to choose courses that appeal to you I recommend a balance among General Education requirements, major requirements, and electives of 40 semester credits each. Boynton Beach students have the option to focus all their electives into one area of study such as dance, theater, or chorus. |
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