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Which is not a viral droplet infection?

A
Measles
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Mumps
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C
Whooping cough
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Influenza
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Solution

The correct option is C Whooping cough
Pertussis or whooping cough is a highly contagious respiratory disease that can cause babies to stop breathing. It is caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis.
Other options here (measles, mumps and influenza) are caused by viruses.
Therefore, the correct answer is option C.

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