Which of the following viruses is capable of causing a syncytium?

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HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is capable of causing a syncytium. A syncytium is a large multinucleated cell formed from the fusion of smaller cells, and it is a hallmark of HIV infection. The fusion of infected cells with uninfected cells leads to the formation of syncytia, which can contribute to tissue damage and dysfunction in various organs. None of the other viruses listed are known to cause syncytia.

Which of the Following Viruses Is Capable of Causing a Syncytium