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Which of the following is used as an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor?

1. Y-BHC
2. Endosulfan
3. Malathion
4. Aldrin

Correct answer: Malathion

Solution

Malathion is an organophosphate insecticide, and organophosphates inhibit acetylcholinesterase by preventing acetylcholine breakdown. The other options are not the standard acetylcholinesterase inhibitors in this list.

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