Which of the Following Organisms Is Likely to Be Transmitted

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following organisms is likely to be transmitted via contaminated shrimp?

• A) Giardia lamblia
• B) Trichinella spiralis
• C) Staphylococcus aureus
• D) Clostridium perfringens
• E) Vibrio parahaemolyticus

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Definitions:

Placebo Effect

The phenomenon by which patients experience a perceived or actual improvement in their condition solely due to their belief in the efficacy of a treatment, regardless of its actual therapeutic value.

Illusory Correlation

The cognitive bias of perceiving a relationship between variables (typically people, events, or behaviors) even when no such relationship exists.

Representative Sample

A subset of a population that accurately reflects the members of the entire population.

Laboratory Environment

A controlled setting designed for scientific experiments, research, or testing, often equipped with specific instruments and materials.