When arriving at altitude, some people develop a transient illness called ____, which begins six to 24 hours after arrival and may be a result of cerebral edema.

A. high altitude retinal hemorrhage
B. snow blindness
C. acute mountain sickness
D. polycythemia

Answer: C

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