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A sensitivity to something that most other people find harmless isGroup of answer choicesrare.an allergy.a progressive illness.a categorical challenge.

Question

A sensitivity to something that most other people find harmless is:

  • Group of answer choices
    • rare.
    • an allergy.
    • a progressive illness.
    • a categorical challenge.
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Solution

The correct answer to the question "A sensitivity to something that most other people find harmless is" is an allergy.

Explanation

Allergies are immune system responses to substances (allergens) that are generally considered harmless by most people. When someone has an allergy, their immune system mistakenly identifies a harmless substance as a threat and reacts to it, which can lead to various symptoms ranging from mild (such as sneezing or itching) to severe (such as anaphylaxis).

In contrast:

  1. Rare: This term does not specifically define a sensitivity but rather suggests that something is uncommon or not frequently observed.
  2. A progressive illness: This term refers to diseases that worsen over time, which does not pertain to a sensitivity to harmless substances.
  3. A categorical challenge: This phrase does not specifically describe a biological response and is vague in its definition.

Thus, "an allergy" is the most accurate choice.

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