Which of the following is an example of an 'Oncogenic RNA Virus'?
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Correct answer: Human T-cell Lymphotropic Virus (HTLV-1)
HTLV-1 is a retrovirus (RNA virus) that causes Adult T-cell Leukemia/Lymphoma. HBV, HPV, and EBV are all DNA viruses that contribute to various malignancies.
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