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In which of the following plants is swollen shoot disease common?

In which of the following plants is swollen shoot disease common?
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  • A Groundnut
  • B Cocoa
  • C Corn
  • D Cotton
  • E Rubber
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The correct answer is:

B. cocoa

Swollen shoot disease is a viral disease that affects cocoa plants. It is caused by the cocoa swollen shoot virus (CSSV) and results in swollen stems, poor fruit production, and eventually the death of the plant if not managed.

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