Asked by Patrick Barber on May 30, 2024
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By the year 2000, the AIDS epidemic
A) affected only homosexuals and transgender Americans.
B) affected only drug users and hemophiliacs.
C) was spreading less rapidly among gay Americans.
D) brought an end to the gay rights movement.
E) had been brought under control around the world.
AIDS Epidemic
A global public health crisis caused by the spread of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) leading to Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS), characterized by widespread illness and mortality since the early 1980s.
Gay Americans
Individuals in the United States who identify as gay and are part of the LGBTQ+ community, advocating for rights, recognition, and acceptance in society.
Drug Users
Individuals who consume substances, which can alter mood, perception, or consciousness, including both legal (prescription) drugs and illegal substances.
- Investigate the transitions in cultural, economic, and political aspects of America throughout the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
Verified Answer
EH
ellyen haydenJun 04, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
By the year 2000, the AIDS epidemic was indeed spreading less rapidly among gay Americans, largely due to increased awareness, preventive measures, and advancements in treatment. The other options are incorrect as the epidemic affected a broader demographic, did not end the gay rights movement, and had not been brought under control worldwide.
Learning Objectives
- Investigate the transitions in cultural, economic, and political aspects of America throughout the late 20th and early 21st centuries.