A New Virus Has Been Identified by DNA Sequencing Methods

question 27

Multiple Choice

A new virus has been identified by DNA sequencing methods in a remote location in the South Pacific.The World Health Organization is very concerned because infection with this virus has a death rate of 20% of all infected individuals and no vaccine is available.This is an example of a(n) _____ disease.

• A)Re-emerging infectious
• B)Latent
• C)Prion
• D)Emerging infectious
• E)Vector-borne

Comprehend the role and importance of randomization in studies.

Recognize the relevance of control groups in experimental design.

Identify the principles of experimental design: control, randomization, and replication.

Grasp the concept and application of blocking in experiments.