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(1 pts.) "Coughing, sniffling, sneezing, runny nose, achiness, scratchy throat, and inability to sleep." This collection of symptoms represents a

A) constellation.
B) diagnosis.
C) prognosis.
D) syndrome.
(MY answer is D) AM I RIGHT?

I disagree.

I would agree.

Yes, you are correct! The collection of symptoms described in the question, including coughing, sniffling, sneezing, runny nose, achiness, scratchy throat, and inability to sleep, represents a syndrome.

A syndrome is a group of symptoms that occur together and characterize a particular medical condition or disease. In this case, the combination of symptoms suggests a respiratory illness or common cold. By identifying and recognizing the pattern of symptoms, healthcare professionals can make a diagnosis and provide appropriate treatment.