Which One of the Following Statements Regarding Tuberculosis is FALSE

Question

Which one of the following statements regarding tuberculosis is FALSE?
A)Nearly 1/3 of the world's population is infected with tuberculosis.
B)Nearly 1/3 of the world's population shows symptoms of tuberculosis.
C)It is responsible for nearly 2 million deaths per year.
D)At least 1/3 of those who are TB-positive are also HIV-positive.
E)Treatment requires at least six months of antibiotic therapy.

Accepted Answer

According to the World Health Organization, only about 10% of people who are infected with tuberculosis will develop symptoms of the disease in their lifetime. Therefore, it is false to say that nearly 1/3 of the world's population shows symptoms of tuberculosis.