Question

pathogens can be given off and carried in the air when an infected individual _. a. comes in contact with another individual b. has an open sore that is bleeding c. coughs or sneezes into the air d. is carried by one host to infect another

Explanation:

When an infected individual coughs or sneezes, they expel droplets containing pathogens into the air. These droplets can carry pathogens and infect others who inhale them. Option A involves contact - not airborne transmission. Option B is related to blood - borne or direct contact with the open sore. Option D is about host - to - host transmission but not specifically airborne.

Answer:

C. coughs or sneezes into the air