A simple goiter can be prevented by
A) surgery to remove the thyroid gland.
B) removal of the pituitary.
C) administration of ACTH.
D) administration of insulin.
E) increasing intake of iodine in the diet.

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A simple goiter is caused by iodine deficiency, therefore increasing the intake of iodine in the diet is the best way to prevent it. Surgery to remove the thyroid gland, removal of the pituitary, administration of ACTH or insulin are not effective in preventing a simple goiter.

A Simple Goiter Can Be Prevented by