Which of the following types of diabetes mellitus was formerly referred to as insulin- dependent or juvenile- onset diabetes mellitus?
A)diabetes insipidus
B)prediabetes
C)type 1
D)gestational diabetes
E)type 2

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Type 1 diabetes mellitus was formerly referred to as insulin-dependent or juvenile-onset diabetes mellitus because it typically develops in children and adolescents and requires insulin therapy.

Which of the Following Types of Diabetes Mellitus Was Formerly