Which condition can cause wasting and weakness of the quadriceps, along with diminution or loss of the knee jerk?

A: Arthritis of the hip

B: Adult-onset diabetes mellitus

C: Femoral nerve lesion

D: L2/3/4 root lesion

Arthritis of the hip or knee can lead to quadriceps wasting and weakness. Additionally, it can cause a decrease or loss of the knee jerk reflex.

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