Runny nose,nasal congestion,and mild cough characterize

A) meningitis.
B) bronchitis.
C) the common cold.
D) strep throat.

The symptoms described are classic for the common cold, including runny nose, nasal congestion, and mild cough. Meningitis is typically characterized by severe headache, stiff neck, and fever, while bronchitis usually involves a productive cough and difficulty breathing. Strep throat presents with a sore throat, fever, and swollen lymph nodes in the neck.