Viral gastroenteritis in infants and children is most commonly caused by
A) herpes.
B) hepatitis B.
C) rotavirus.
D) norovirus.
E) influenza virus.

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Rotavirus is the most common cause of viral gastroenteritis in infants and children, accounting for up to 50% of cases. Other common causes include norovirus and adenovirus. Herpes and hepatitis B viruses can cause gastroenteritis, but these are rare causes in children. Influenza virus primarily causes respiratory symptoms, not gastrointestinal symptoms.

Viral Gastroenteritis in Infants and Children Is Most Commonly Caused