Which of the following is true of hemophilia B?

A. It is caused by a functional deficiency of factor VIII.
B. It is due to a vitamin K deficiency.
C. It is caused by a functional deficiency of factor IX.
D. Symptoms are not present until adulthood.


Answer: C

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