This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Communicable diseases, Subject name: Social & Preventive Medicine
Incubation period of Mumps - 
Select and explain. 
A. 4-5 days, B. 7-15 days, C. 12-24 days, D. 50 days
C: 12-24 days
Answer: C: 12-24 days 
Explanation: Incubation period of mumps varies from 2 to 4 weks, usually 14- 18 days Reference : Park&;s Textbook of preventive and social medicine, 24th edition.Pg no.162