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Q · Health and Disease medium · 45s
Which mosquito vector transmits dengue fever?
TopicHealth and Disease
Question Typemultiple choice
Difficultymedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Aedes aegypti mosquito transmits the dengue virus. It breeds in stagnant water and bites mainly during daytime, causing dengue fever characterized by high fever, rash, and joint pain.
Final Answer: Option B - Aedes