Multiple choice

Which of the following is a deficiency disease?

  1. Asthma

  2. Jaundice

  3. Scurvy

  4. Cancer
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Scurvy is a deficiency disease caused by lack of vitamin C in the diet. It was historically common among sailors on long voyages without fresh fruits and vegetables. The other options listed are diseases but not caused by nutritional deficiencies - asthma is respiratory, jaundice is a symptom of liver problems, and cancer is a complex disease with multiple causes.

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