Bioterrorism Is Defined as the Intentional Use of a Pathogen

question 4

Multiple Choice

Bioterrorism is defined as the intentional use of a pathogen or biological product to cause harm to human, animal, plant, or living organisms to influence or intimidate the conduct of a government. How can a government prepare for bioterrorism?

• A) Threaten lesser-developed countries so they don't develop biological weapons.
• B) Ban biological weapons worldwide
• C) Be able to effectively detect pathogens, manage services, and communicate during a bioterrorism threat.
• D) Develop antidotes for biological agents.

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