Question

Given below are two statements:
Statement (I): In non-persistent transmission, the ability to transmit is lost between molts.
Statement (II): In persistent transmission, the ability to transmit is retained between molts.
In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

• A. Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are correct
• B. Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are incorrect
• C. Statement (I) is correct but Statement (II) is incorrect
• D. Statement (I) is incorrect but Statement (II) is correct

Hint:

Shedding of the cuticle during molting acts as a mechanical reset for stylet-borne (non-persistent) viruses, but has no effect on internally carried (persistent/circulative) viruses.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A