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How to get rid of a sore throat 
Gargle with warm salt water. 
This is one of the oldest remedies for a sore throat, and it works like a charm. When your throat is sore, the mucous membranes are swollen and inflamed, causing the feeling of pain and scratchiness.

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 (a). Salt draws water from the mucous membrane cells, reducing swelling and helping your throat feel better. Make a saltwater rinse by mixing 1/2 teaspoon table salt with 1 cup of warm water..
 (b). Dissolve one teaspoon of salt in warm water, gargle, then swish the water back and forth for 3 to 4 minutes. You can also use sodium bicarbonate tablets, which can eliminate colds or relieve pain..
 (c). To gargle with salt water : Gently swish the salt water in your mouth. When the air is warm, this should ease pressure on the sore throat..
 (d). Gargling with a combination of warm salt water and water is an effective way to remedy this. If you don't like swishing salt water, try a combo of either plain water or salt water instead..
Answer:
(a).