Common colds and influenza are caused by which of the following pair of virus families
A)Adenoviridae & Orthomyxoviridae
B)Enterovirus & Retrovirus
C)Flavivirus & Rhinovirus
D)Poxvirus & Papillomavirus

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Adenoviruses and influenza viruses (also known as orthomyxoviruses) are two of the most common viruses that can cause colds and flu. Enterovirus and retrovirus do not commonly cause these illnesses, Flavivirus is associated with mosquito-borne illnesses like dengue fever and Zika virus, and Poxvirus and Papillomavirus are not typically associated with colds and flu.

Common Colds and Influenza Are Caused by Which of the Following