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The most common indicator organism that represents polluted water is

1. E. coli
2. P. typhi
3. C. vibrio
4. Entamoeba

Correct answer: E. coli

Solution

E. coli is widely used as an indicator organism for water pollution because its presence suggests fecal contamination, which can harbor other harmful pathogens.

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