alleryWhich statement about dengue is correct?
AIt is caused by a roundworm
BIt is caused by a bacterium
CIt is viral and severe cases can bleed
DIt is fungal and spreads by shared combs
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. It is viral and severe cases can bleed
Dengue is caused by dengue virus, transmitted by infected mosquitoes. Severe dengue can involve bleeding, including from the gums or nose.
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