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A carrier is a human being that...

A carrier is a human being that

A

Functions as a reservior of infection

B

Possesses pathogen but is not harmed

C

Contains antibodies sufficient enough to balance the antigen

D

All the above

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To answer the question "A carrier is a human being that," we need to analyze the provided options step by step. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Definition of a Carrier**: - A carrier is an individual who harbors a pathogen (such as a virus or bacterium) but does not exhibit symptoms of the disease caused by that pathogen. This means they can still spread the infection to others. 2. **Evaluating Option A**: - **Option A: Functions as a reservoir of infection**. - This is true because carriers can serve as reservoirs where the infectious agent lives and multiplies without causing harm to the carrier. 3. **Evaluating Option B**: - **Option B: Possesses pathogen but is not harmed**. - This is also true. Carriers can possess the pathogen without showing any signs of illness, indicating that they are not harmed by it. 4. **Evaluating Option C**: - **Option C: Contains antibodies sufficient enough to balance the antigen**. - This is correct as well. A carrier may have developed antibodies against the pathogen, which helps them to not get sick while still carrying the pathogen. 5. **Conclusion**: - Since all the options (A, B, and C) correctly describe characteristics of a carrier, the correct answer is: - **Option D: All of the above**. ### Final Answer: The correct answer is **Option D: All of the above**. ---
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