Which of the Following Statements Regarding Neisseria Meningitidis Is FALSE

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding Neisseria meningitidis is FALSE?

• A) Up to 40% of the population are carriers.
• B) Humans are the only natural carriers.
• C) It often causes meningitis.
• D) Transmission is via respiratory droplets.
• E) There are vaccines available to prevent infection with all strains.

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Security Characteristic Line

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Excess Return

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Excess Returns

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