The mumps and herpes simplex viruses are common examples of
A) cerebral tumors.
B) viruses that can attack the brain but do not have a particular affinity for brain tissue.
C) diseases that usually cause brain abscesses.
D) viruses that have a particular affinity for brain tissue.
E) bacterial infections.

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Both mumps and herpes simplex viruses can infect different parts of the body, including the brain, but they do not have a particular affinity for brain tissue. This means that although they can cause brain-related symptoms, they are not specifically targeting or attacking the brain.

The Mumps and Herpes Simplex Viruses Are Common Examples of