What kind of pathogen causes common cold ?

Bacteria

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Virus

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Fungus

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Amoeba

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Solution

The correct option is A Virus
Explanation: The common cold is a viral infection of the upper respiratory tract. The most commonly implicated virus is a rhinovirus (30% to 80%).

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