A 57-year-old male presents with cough,sputum production,dyspnea,and decreased lung volume.He is diagnosed with pneumoconiosis.When taking the patient's history,which finding is the most probable cause of his illness?

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The dusts of silica,asbestos,and coal are the most common causes of pneumoconiosis.
The dusts of silica,asbestos,and coal are the most common causes of pneumoconiosis; it is not an autoimmune disorder.
The dusts of silica,asbestos,and coal are the most common causes of pneumoconiosis; it is not an allergic response.
The dusts of silica,asbestos,and coal are the most common causes of pneumoconiosis; it is not due to flail chest.

A 57-Year-Old Male Presents with Cough,sputum Production,dyspnea,and Decreased Lung Volume