Which of the following is considered a mechanical vector transmission?

A. cockroach transmission of Shigella
B. mosquito transmission of Plasmodium
C. flea transmission of Yersinia
D. tsetse fly transmission of Trypanosoma
E. louse transmission of Rickettsia


Answer: A

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