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The prefix "juxta-" refers to being:

Within
Near
Beyond
Underneath

The correct answer is: Near

The prefix "juxta-" originates from Latin, meaning "near" or "beside." It is commonly used in various medical and anatomical terms to denote proximity to something. For example, in medical terminology, you might encounter "juxtaglomerular," referring to structures located near the glomerulus in the kidneys. This understanding of "juxta-" as indicating closeness makes "near" the accurate choice in this context. The other options do not reflect the essence of this prefix. "Within" would suggest something is inside a structure, "beyond" implies something is further away, and "underneath" conveys a position below, none of which align with the meaning conveyed by "juxta-." Hence, "near" is the correct interpretation of this prefix.