Andrew loves to go camping and hiking in the fall. About two weeks after his last camping trip, he noticed an expanding red rash on his arm. In order to have avoided coming in contact with the organism that caused this illness, Andrew should have
A) boiled his water before drinking.
B) worn clothing that covered exposed skin.
C) avoided contact with fleas found on mice.
D) camped only in the spring.

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The expanding red rash suggests Lyme disease, which is transmitted by ticks. Wearing clothing that covers exposed skin can help prevent tick bites.

Andrew Loves to Go Camping and Hiking in the Fall