Which disease is caused by a virus?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Influenza
Influenza is caused by an influenza virus; antibiotics do not work against viruses.
Answer: Influenza.
Why not the others: Tuberculosis: it is caused by bacteria. Malaria: it is caused by a protist. Cholera: it is caused by bacteria.
Answer: Influenza.
Why not the others: Tuberculosis: it is caused by bacteria. Malaria: it is caused by a protist. Cholera: it is caused by bacteria.
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