Which of These Conditions Is Not a Risk Factor for Developing

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of these conditions is not a risk factor for developing periodontal disease? ​

• A)dental plaque
• B)smoking
• C)diabetes
• D)atherosclerosis
• E)HIV infection

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Definitions:

Gonorrhea

A sexually transmitted infection caused by the Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacterium.

Heterosexual

Attraction to and sexual relations between individuals of the opposite sex.

Gamete

A mature haploid male or female germ cell that is able to unite with another of the opposite sex in sexual reproduction to form a zygote.

Condom

A contraceptive device usually made of latex or polyurethane, worn on the penis or inserted into the vagina to prevent pregnancy and reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections.