This type of diabetes is found primarily in young people and occurs when the pancreas produces too little to no insulin.

A. insulin-independent diabetes mellitus
B. insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus
C. non-insulin-independent diabetes mellitus
D. non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus
E. type 2 diabetes mellitus


Answer: B

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