An epidemic is best described by the option: "When it is widespread in the population." This aligns with the meaning of the word "epidemic" derived from the Greek words "epi-" (among or upon) and "demos" (people).
When a disease is characterized as an "epidemic", it is best described by which word in the options below, considering the Greek words epi-, meaning
"among" or "upon," and demos, meaning "people" or "district," from which the word "epidemic" comes from? (1 point)
• When it is scientifically examined
• When it is widespread in the population
• When it is first discovered
• When it is found to be dangerous
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