Superficial fungal infections differ from systemic fungal infections in that superficial fungal infections
1. can be fatal.
2. affect hair and skin.
3. are less common.
4. affect internal organs.
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: Systemic fungal infections can be fatal.
Rationale 2: Superficial fungal infections affect hair, skin, nails, and mucous membranes.
Rationale 3: Systemic fungal infections are less common than are superficial ones.
Rationale 4: Systemic fungal infections affect internal organs.
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