Which of These Statements About Viruses Is Incorrect

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which of these statements about viruses is incorrect ?

• A)Viruses reproduce independent of the host organism.
• B)Viruses are made up of DNA and protein.
• C)Viruses do not respond to antibiotics.
• D)HIV is an RNA virus.
• E)All of these statements are correct.

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Definitions:

Respiratory Illness

A broad category of diseases that affect the lungs and airways, such as asthma, bronchitis, or pneumonia.

Crisis

An acute, time-limited state of disequilibrium resulting from situational, developmental, or societal sources of stress

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain that functions as a crucial center for controlling hormones, body temperature, hunger, thirst, and circadian rhythms.

Alarm Reaction

The initial stage of the stress response, in which the body recognizes a stressor and starts to respond.