Which of the following best describes the causes of common forms of arthritis?

A. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease and osteoarthritis is caused by effects of aging.
B. Rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis are caused by effects of aging.
C. Rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis are autoimmune diseases.
D. Rheumatoid arthritis is caused by effects of aging and osteoarthritis is an autoimmune disease.


Answer: A

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