A 4 year-old child came to a health center with his pregnant mother.Both of them were diagnosed with malaria Many people around were also repeatedly affected throughout the year. Death is common among under 5 year children living in this place.What type of malaria endemicity is best explained? a. Hypo endemic b. Hyper endernic c. Meso endernic d. Holo endemic

The scenario described in the question indicates that malaria is highly prevalent in the area, with many people, including young children, being affected repeatedly throughout the year. The high frequency of malaria cases and the high mortality rate among young children suggest that the area is experiencing a high level of malaria endemicity.<br /><br />The correct answer is:<br /><br />b. Hyper endemic<br /><br />Hyper endemicity refers to areas where malaria is highly prevalent, with a high frequency of cases and a high mortality rate. In such areas, malaria is a common and severe disease, affecting a large proportion of the population, including young children. The high level of endemicity in these areas makes it difficult the disease, as the parasite is constantly present in the population.