Skin color results from a combination of
A: Melanin
B: Hemoglobin
C: Bilirubin
D: Carotene
A)A,B,D
B)A,CD
C)A,D
D)A,B,C
E)B,C,D

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Skin color results mainly from the presence of melanin, which is produced by specialized cells called melanocytes. Hemoglobin and bilirubin also contribute to skin color to some extent, but carotene is a minor factor. Therefore, choices A and D are the best options, because they both include melanin and carotene, which are the two primary factors in skin color.

Skin Color Results from a Combination of