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Name the following:
The vaccine used to cure poliomyelitis

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Disease**: Poliomyelitis, commonly known as polio, is a viral disease caused by the poliovirus. It can lead to paralysis and is a significant health concern. 2. **Identifying the Vaccine**: There are two main types of vaccines used to prevent poliomyelitis: - **Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine (IPV)**: This vaccine contains killed poliovirus and is administered via injection. - **Oral Poliovirus Vaccine (OPV)**: This vaccine contains live attenuated (weakened) poliovirus and is administered orally. ...
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    A
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    D
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    A
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    B
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    TB
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