Which name is associated with the discovery of the polio vaccine?

A) Edward Jenner
B) President Franklin Roosevelt
C) Jonas Salk
D) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention


Answer: C

A) He discovered the smallpox vaccine.
B) He had polio; he did not discover the polio vaccine.
D) This organization did not discover the polio vaccine.

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This pharmacological agent lowers blood sugar ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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What will be an ideal response?

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