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A lack of vitamin B1 leads to which disease?

Correct answer C. Beriberi

Explanation

Vitamin B1 (thiamine) is needed for carbohydrate metabolism, and a deficiency causes beriberi, which damages the nerves and heart and can lead to weakness and swelling.

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