The falsified research of Andrew Wakefield caused people to believe that ________ was responsible for causing autism spectrum disorder.
A) glutens in food
B) peanut allergies
C) the MMR vaccine
D) exposure to lead paint

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Andrew Wakefield's falsified research linked the MMR vaccine to autism spectrum disorder, which led to a decrease in vaccination rates and an increase in outbreaks of preventable diseases. Glutens, peanut allergies, and lead paint exposure have not been scientifically proven to cause autism.

The Falsified Research of Andrew Wakefield Caused People to Believe