The dermatophytes that cause the subcutaneous mycoses are normal saprophytic inhabitants of

A. plants.
B. the soil and decaying vegetation.
C. the digestive system of humans.
D. the digestive system of insects.


Answer: B

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

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