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Which of the following types of hepatitis are contracted via the fecal-oral route?
  1. Hepatitis A
  2. Hepatitis B
  3. Hepatitis C
  4. All of the above
Explanation
Answer - A - Hepatitis A is the only type of the hepatitis diseases listed that are contracted via the fecal-oral route. This means that it is contracted via undercooked foods, such as shellfish, or contaminated food by someone who has the disease and does not properly decontaminate their hands after touching fecal matter.
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