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What controversial method did Wingate believe could improve resistance to tropical diseases?
A tough mental attitude
Hydrotherapy
Acupuncture
Strict diet
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Wingate believed that a tough mental attitude could improve resistance to tropical diseases. He believed that the mind was more important than the body in fighting disease, and that by developing a strong mental attitude, soldiers could overcome the physical challenges of fighting in the tropics.
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