Which of the Following Hypothetical Viruses Would Likely Show a "Cactus-Shaped

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following hypothetical viruses would likely show a "cactus-shaped" population phylogeny?

• A) a mutualistic virus that is vertically transmitted
• B) a highly virulent virus, like Ebola, that kills its host before the buildup of any immunity
• C) a highly virulent virus that results in lifelong immunity and therefore can only infect individuals that have never encountered any of the virus' strains
• D) a virus that can reinfect previously infected hosts via escape mutants

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Definitions:

Secure Attachment

A healthy emotional bond formed in early childhood, where an individual feels confident and supported enough to explore their environment.

Ambivalent Attachment

A type of insecure attachment where individuals often show a mix of clinginess and reluctance to get close to others.

Face-To-Face Interaction

A form of communication where individuals engage in conversation or interaction while being physically present in the same location, allowing for non-verbal cues to complement verbal communication.

Ainsworth Attachment Pattern

A classification system for understanding the nature of emotional bonds formed by infants with their caregivers, developed by Mary Ainsworth.