Question

Which of the following statements explains both common cold and inflenza?

• A. Both are caused by viruses
• B. Both are communicable diseases
• C. Both affect the same respiratory organ
• D. Both have vaccines

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B)

The correct options are
A

Both are caused by viruses

B

Both are communicable diseases

Both the diseases are viral and hence, communicable in nature. Influenza attacks the lungs where are common cold affects the nasal passage. No vaccines are available for either of the diseases.