Researchers now believe that rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a result of:

a. an ineffective antiviral agent.
b. an autoimmune disease.
c. a complication of rheumatic fever.
d. a superficial joint injury.

ANS: B
RA is now thought to be an autoimmune disease. There is no proof that RA is associated with ineffective antiviral therapy, rheumatic fever, or joint injuries.

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