Scurvy and beri - beri and caused by the deficiency of___________?

Correct answer: C. Vitamin C and B

  • A. Vitamin B and C
  • B. Vitamin B and D
  • C. Vitamin C and B
  • D. Vitamin A and B

Explanation

Scurvy results from vitamin C deficiency, while beri-beri results from vitamin B1, or thiamine, deficiency. Therefore the pair is vitamin C and vitamin B. Students may choose a because it contains both vitamins but reverses the diseases and their deficiencies.

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