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One of the differences between Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) is that:
A. Lyme disease is transmitted by mosquitoes and RSMF by ticks.
B. Lyme disease is caused by a bacterium and RSMF by a rickettsial agent.
C. Lyme disease is caused by a rickettsial agent and RSMF by a bacterium.
D. Lyme disease is transmitted by ticks and RSMF by fleas.
E. None of the above.

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damifola728

Answer:

B. Lyme disease is caused by a bacterium and RSMF by a rickettsial agent.

Explanation: Rocky Mountain spotted fever is characterized by a sudden, unrelenting and quickly escalating fever and headache and a rash that usually starts on the wrists and ankles. In contrast, the fever and aches associated with Lyme disease will wax and wane, and the circular rash will go away without treatment.

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Answer:

D

Explanation:

Ticks spread Lyme disease through a bite