Question

question 16 (1 point) a disease or disorder that is caused by the genetic information that was passed on to a child from one or both parents. infectious disease inherited disease noninfectious disease none of the above question 17 (1 point) down syndrome is an example of an infectious disease. true false question 18 (1 point) infectious diseases are caused by pathogens. true false

Explanation:

• Question 16: Inherited diseases are caused by genetic information passed from parents to children. Infectious diseases are caused by pathogens, and non - infectious diseases can have various causes but not specifically genetic inheritance as described.
• Question 17: Down Syndrome is a genetic disorder, not an infectious disease. Infectious diseases are caused by external pathogens like viruses, bacteria etc.
• Question 18: By definition, infectious diseases are caused by pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites.

Answer:

Question 16: B. Inherited Disease
Question 17: False
Question 18: True