Question

The deficiency of vitamin \( x \) causes beri-beri and deficiency of vitamin \( y \) causes convulsions. What are \( x \) and \( y \) respectively?

• A. B2, B12
• B. B1, B12
• C. B2, B6
• D. B1, B6

Hint:

Deficiency of vitamins can lead to various disorders, and it's important to ensure a balanced diet to prevent such deficiencies.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

To determine the vitamins \( x \) and \( y \) that cause beri-beri and convulsions, respectively, we need to identify the specific vitamins associated with these conditions. 

Step 1: Identify the Vitamin Deficiency for Beri-Beri 
- Beri-Beri is caused by a deficiency of Vitamin B1 (Thiamine). 

Step 2: Identify the Vitamin Deficiency for Convulsions 
- Convulsions can be caused by a deficiency of Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine). 

Step 3: Match the Vitamins to the Options 
- \( x \) (Beri-Beri) corresponds to Vitamin B1. 
- \( y \) (Convulsions) corresponds to Vitamin B6. Final Answer: \[ \boxed{\text{B1, B6}} \] This corresponds to option (4).