Which disease is caused by the bacterium Salmonella typhi? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which disease is caused by the bacterium Salmonella typhi?
A. Tetanus
B. Cholera
C. Typhoid
D. Diphtheria
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Typhoid fever is caused by Salmonella typhi, transmitted through contaminated food and water. Widal test is used for diagnosis. Cholera is Vibrio cholerae.

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