Which of the following statements is true of both molluscum contagiosum and smallpox?

A. A genital form of the disease exists.
B. A vaccine is available.
C. The causative agent is a large dsDNA virus with a complex capsid.
D. The rash forms fluid-filled vesicles that become pustules.
E. It has a morality rate of 20%.


Answer: C

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