Question detail
Select the option that keeps the biology idea accurate: explain that pathogens can spread by direct contact, by water or by air.?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Communicable diseases
Question
- A. Explain that pathogens can spread by direct contact, by water or by air.
- B. A statement about another biology topic rather than Communicable diseases
- C. A revision technique rather than the scientific idea being tested
- D. A reversed cause-and-effect version of the objective
Answer
Explain that pathogens can spread by direct contact, by water or by air. is the best answer for this Communicable diseases objective.
Explanation
Explain that pathogens can spread by direct contact, by water or by air. is supported by the approved learning objective: "Explain that pathogens can spread by direct contact, by water or by air". It stays within Communicable diseases, uses the key idea "[object Object]", and avoids distractors that either switch topic, describe a study method, or reverse the biology relationship.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Pathogen Transmission
Students often think that pathogens can only spread through direct contact and overlook other modes of transmission such as water and air.
To fix this, students should create a chart that lists different pathogens and the various ways they can spread, ensuring they include direct contact, water, and air.
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