Question

which of the following is a direct mode of transmission? contact with an infected person contact with a contaminated examination table contact with a tick contact with a pen

Explanation:

Direct transmission occurs when there is immediate transfer of pathogens from an infected individual to a susceptible host without any intermediary. Contact with an infected person is a direct mode as it involves direct person - to - person transfer. Contact with a contaminated examination table (fomite), a tick (vector), or a pen (fomite) are indirect modes as they involve an intermediary (object or organism) for pathogen transfer.

Answer:

Contact with an infected person