Which of the following characterizes Type I but not Type II diabetes mellitus?
A) hyperglycemia
B) lack of insulin
C) polyuria and polydipsia
D) can usually be successfully managed by dietary control and weight reduction without the necessity of insulin injections
E) generally arises in adulthood

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Type I diabetes mellitus is characterized by a lack of insulin production due to autoimmune destruction of pancreatic beta cells, whereas Type II diabetes involves insulin resistance and often does not require insulin injections initially.

Which of the Following Characterizes Type I but Not Type