What is a pandemic?

A) a widespread disease outbreak in a particular region during a specific time frame
B) isolated infections in a particular population
C) an infection where the host does not have signs or symptoms
D) an infection routinely detected in a population or region
E) a widespread disease outbreak that spreads to numerous countries during a specific time frame


Answer: E

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