Which of the following is a common cause of high anion gap metabolic acidosis?
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Correct answer: Lactic acidosis
Lactic acidosis results in accumulation of lactate, increasing the anion gap. High anion gap metabolic acidosis is seen in conditions such as lactic acidosis, ketoacidosis, and renal failure.
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