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tfester

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Which of the following statements regarding the hepatitis A virus is INCORRECT?
 
  A. It is an RNA virus.
  B. It is a very fragile virus that does not survive in the environment after it is excreted by an infected person.
  C. It can be transmitted by the fecal-to-oral route.
  D. It can be prevented by immunizing persons at risk of infection.
  E. Administration of gamma globulin can provide protection to nonimmune persons who have been exposed to the virus.

Question 2

Which of the following factors or conditions is NOT associated with an increased risk of coronary heart disease?
 
  A. Low dietary intake of saturated fats and cholesterol
  B. Cigarette smoking
  C. Obesity
  D. High blood pressure



gabrielle_lawrence

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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

A



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