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Aedes is the carrier of...

Aedes is the carrier of

A

dengue fever

B

malaria

C

yellow fever

D

both 1) and 3)

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Organism**: The question asks about "Aedes," which refers to a genus of mosquitoes. 2. **Understand the Options**: The options provided are: - A) Dengue fever - B) Malaria - C) Yellow fever - D) Both A and C 3. **Research the Diseases**: - **Dengue Fever**: This disease is transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes, specifically Aedes aegypti. - **Malaria**: This disease is transmitted by Anopheles mosquitoes, not Aedes. - **Yellow Fever**: This disease is also transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes, particularly Aedes aegypti. 4. **Evaluate the Options**: - Aedes mosquitoes are known carriers of both dengue fever and yellow fever. - Anopheles mosquitoes are the carriers of malaria. 5. **Select the Correct Answer**: Since Aedes mosquitoes carry both dengue fever and yellow fever, the correct answer is option D) Both A and C. ### Final Answer: Aedes is the carrier of both dengue fever and yellow fever. ---
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