Consider the following statements about AIDS: 1. It is caused by a bacterium. 2. It weakens the immune system. 3. It can be transmitted by sharing needles. Which of the above is/are correct? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Consider the following statements about AIDS:
1. It is caused by a bacterium.
2. It weakens the immune system.
3. It can be transmitted by sharing needles.
Which of the above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1, 2, and 3
D. 1 and 2 only
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
AIDS is caused by HIV, a virus, not bacterium. It destroys CD4+ T-cells, weakening immunity, and spreads via blood/needles, sexual contact, etc. So 2 and 3 are correct.

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