Which of the following viruses are oncogenic?
A) papillomavirus
B) adenovirus
C) human herpesvirus 4
D) both human herpesvirus 4 and papillomavirus
E) adenovirus, human herpesvirus 4, and papillomavirus

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Papillomavirus (specifically certain types like HPV 16 and 18) and human herpesvirus 4 (also known as Epstein-Barr virus) are both known to be oncogenic, meaning they can cause cancer. Adenovirus is not typically classified as oncogenic in humans.

Which of the Following Viruses Are Oncogenic