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At what point does bacteria disappear during the handwashing process?

  1. During rinsing

  2. During drying

  3. During soaping

  4. During friction from rubbing

The correct answer is: During friction from rubbing

During handwashing, bacteria are removed by the friction from rubbing. While rinsing and drying are important steps in the process, they do not necessarily remove bacteria on their own. Soaping also helps to loosen dirt and grime, but it is the physical action of rubbing and scrubbing that helps to dislodge bacteria and remove them from the hands. Therefore, the most accurate and complete answer is that bacteria disappear during the handwashing process due to the friction from rubbing.