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AIDS does not spread.

A

By sexual intercourse

B

By hand shake

C

Through food

D

From mother to baby

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding AIDS**: - AIDS stands for Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome. It is caused by the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). - HIV attacks the immune system, making it difficult for the body to fight off infections. 2. **Transmission of HIV**: - HIV is transmitted through direct contact with certain body fluids from an infected person. - The body fluids that can transmit HIV include blood, semen, vaginal fluids, rectal fluids, and breast milk. 3. **Identifying Modes of Transmission**: - Common ways HIV spreads include: - Unprotected sexual intercourse (vaginal or anal) with an infected person. - Sharing needles or injection equipment with someone who has HIV. - Less common ways include transmission from mother to child during pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding. 4. **Analyzing the Options**: - **Option 1: Bisexual intercourse** - This is a way HIV can spread. - **Option 2: By handshake** - This is NOT a way HIV spreads. - **Option 3: Through food** - This is NOT a way HIV spreads. - **Option 4: From mother to baby** - This is a way HIV can spread, though less common. 5. **Conclusion**: - The question asks which option does NOT spread AIDS. The correct answer is **Option 2: By handshake**.
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