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The first case of monkeypox in humans was recorded in which country?

Correct answer: C. Democratic Republic of Congo

  • A. Kenya
  • B. Nigeria
  • C. Democratic Republic of Congo
  • D. India

Explanation

The first recorded human case of monkeypox was identified in 1970 in what is now the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The disease was detected there during investigations of suspected smallpox cases.

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