The disease that affects millions of people in the United States and is characterized by a narrowing of the lower airways, wheezing, and sensitivity to irritants is called:

A. emphysema.
B. chronic bronchitis.
C. asthma.
D. COPD.


Answer: C

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

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