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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Common Diseases and Disorders of the Respiratory System

Question 17 • *GV 2018 - P.E. Health Science Concepts - PE361

Cystic fibrosis is caused by

Answer
A
damaged alveoli.
B
fluid-filled sinuses.
C
fever.
D
genes.

Explanation

Cystic fibrosis is caused by changes (mutations) in a gene, which can be inherited from a person’s parents. Damaged alveoli, fluid-filled sinuses, and fever are not the underlying cause; they may relate to symptoms or other conditions.

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