Ringworm, frequently found in schoolchildren, is caused by a(n)
a. Virus
b. Fungus
c. Allergic reaction
d. Bacterial infection
B
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A These are not the causative organisms for ringworm.
B Ringworm is caused by a group of closely related filamentous fungi, which
invade primarily the stratum corneum, hair, and nails. They are superficial
infections that live on, not in, the skin.
C Ringworm is not an allergic response.
D These are not the causative organisms for ringworm.
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