Quiz: Kaposi Sarcoma Herpesvirus and Cancer

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1. Q1.How do health agencies classify kaposi sarcoma herpesvirus?

   AA probable (likely) human carcinogenBA known human carcinogen (strongest evidence)CA possible human carcinogen (weaker evidence)DNot classifiable — evidence is inconclusive

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2. Q2.According to this article, how are people most often exposed to kaposi sarcoma herpesvirus?

   AThere is no known way for people to be exposed to itBOnly by taking a prescription medicine for itCOnly through contact with the eyesDSpread through saliva and sexual contact

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3. Q3.Kaposi sarcoma herpesvirus is most strongly linked to which cancer?

   AKaposi sarcomaBbrain tumorsCbone cancerDeye (ocular) cancer

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4. Q4.What does it mean that kaposi sarcoma herpesvirus is classified as a carcinogen?

   AThat everyone exposed to it is certain to get cancerBThat it has been banned in every countryCThat it can cause cancer under some conditions — a hazard, not a measure of personal riskDThat there is no way to reduce exposure to it

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