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Consider the following statements:
(a) High blood pressure is an infectious disease.
(b) Penicillin is effective against bacteria because it inhibits their wall formation.
(c) AIDS spreads, through sex, blood to blood contact and from mother to child.
Which of the above statements are correct?

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(a) and (b)
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(b) and (c)
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(a), (b) and (c)
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None of the above
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Solution

The correct option is B (b) and (c)
High blood pressure is a non-infectious (non-communicable) condition. It is often caused by excessive weight and lack of exercise.
Penicillin is effective against bacteria because it inhibits its reproductive cycle.
AIDS spreads, through sex, blood to blood contact and from mother to child.
So, the correct answer is option B.

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