At school, there have been a lot of rumors going around about how certain sexually transmitted diseases are spread. which skill would be most valuable to you take the necessary steps to learn what you need to know to protect yourself?
a. self-direction
b. critical thinking
c. problem solving
d. effective communication

A, self-direction

Reasoning: If there are rumors going around about diseases being spread, you would use your self-direction to stay away from anyone who may have a disease. Although the other answers may also work, the best choice is self-direction.

a progressive heart disease that affects pumping action of the heart muscles.