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Which of the following genera of fungi may cause Ringworm?
i. Epidermophyton
ii. Trichophyton
iii. Fusarium
iv. Microsporum

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i, ii
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i, ii, iii
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ii, iii, iv
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i, ii, iv
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Solution

The correct option is D i, ii, iv
Ringworm is a type of fungal infection which mainly affects the skin, nail and scalp. Trichophyton, Microsporum and Epidermophyton are the major genera that causes this disease in human.

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