Q. Consider the following statements:
  1. The most common blood group is O(+).
  2. The rarest blood group is AB(-).
  3. O(-) group is the universal donor.
  4. AB(+) group is the universal recipient.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

Answer: All of them
Notes: O positive (O+) is the most prevalent blood group worldwide, while AB negative (AB-) is the rarest. O negative (O-) blood can be given to any blood group, making it the universal donor. AB positive (AB+) individuals can receive blood from any group, and are the universal recipients. Thus, all four statements are correct.
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