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Which country reported the first Omicron case in the world?

Correct answer: D. South Africa

  • A. UK
  • B. China
  • C. USA
  • D. South Africa

Explanation

South Africa reported the first publicly recognized Omicron case and alerted the World Health Organization in November 2021. The variant was detected in the southern African region, although early cases and retrospective evidence involved other countries as well.

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