All of the following are correct about mechanical vectors, except 

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B. the vector can carry the pathogen on its feet and mouthparts.
C. some, like flies feed on garbage and feces.
D. the vector is important to the life cycle of the infectious agent.
E. cockroaches are an example.


Answer: D

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