A Disease Showing a Relatively Slow, Progressive Rise Followed by a Gradual

question 31

Multiple Choice

A disease showing a relatively slow, progressive rise followed by a gradual decline in incidence is indicative of a(n)

• A) host-to-host epidemic.
• B) common source epidemic.
• C) biological weapon.
• D) endemic disease.

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Definitions:

Ethnic Group

A community or population made up of people who share a common cultural background or descent.

Filter Theory

Posits that people sift eligible mates according to specific criteria and thus reduce the pool of potential partners to a small number of candidates.

Potential Suitability

The possibility or capability of being appropriate or fitting for a particular purpose, role, or situation.

Education

The process of receiving or giving systematic instruction, especially at a school or university.