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What is the body's normal temperature?

  1. 99° Fahrenheit

  2. 98.6° Fahrenheit

  3. 97.5° Fahrenheit

  4. 100.1° Fahrenheit
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Explanation

98.6°F (37°C) is the widely accepted normal human body temperature, established by Carl Wunderlich in the 19th century. While recent studies suggest it may be slightly lower, 98.6°F remains the standard medical reference. 99°F and 100.1°F indicate fever, while 97.5°F is below normal.

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