Which of the Following Statements Regarding Tuberculosis Is FALSE

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding tuberculosis is FALSE?

• A) At least 1/3 of those who are TB-positive are also HIV-positive.
• B) Nearly 1/3 of the worldʹs population shows symptoms of tuberculosis.
• C) It is responsible for nearly 2 million deaths per year.
• D) Treatment requires at least six months of antibiotic therapy.
• E) Nearly 1/3 of the worldʹs population is infected with tuberculosis.

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