Multiple choice

__________ viral disease is medically known as influenza.

  1. Common cold

  2. Flu

  3. Chicken pox

  4. AIDS

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The flu, medically known as influenza, is a common infection of the respiratory tract, including the nose, throat, bronchial tubes and lungs. The flu is caused by a virus and is very contagious. The effects of the flu can vary from mild to severe to life-threatening, depending on the type of flu and individual factors, such as age, general health status, and coexisting conditions, such as renal failure.