Multiple choice

A severe shortage of food caused by drought, disease, or war is called--

  1. Over-nutrition

  2. Marasmus

  3. Famine

  4. Kwashiorkor

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Famine is defined as an extreme scarcity of food. Marasmus and Kwashiorkor are specific types of protein-energy malnutrition, while over-nutrition refers to excessive intake of nutrients.