Asked by sahil sharma on May 07, 2024

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Of the following, AIDS is most often transferred by ____.

A) casual contact
B) food
C) water
D) sexual intercourse
E) insect bites

AIDS

Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome, a chronic, potentially life-threatening condition caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), which damages the immune system, undermining the body's ability to fight infections and diseases.

Sexual Intercourse

The physical act between two individuals that involves genital contact and the exchange of bodily fluids, often resulting in reproduction in sexually reproducing species.

  • Recognize the unique features distinguishing innate from adaptive immunity.
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Carlita CottonMay 11, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
AIDS is most often transferred through sexual intercourse, particularly unprotected sex with an infected individual. Other ways of transmission include sharing needles or through mother-to-child transmission during pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding. Casual contact, food, water, and insect bites are not common modes of transmission for HIV/AIDS.