Which of the following is an example of direct transmission of a pathogen?

A. Contact with a contaminated surface
B. Contact with fomites
C. Vectors
D. Contaminated food or drink
E. Contact with the blood of an infected person


Answer: E

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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