Which Layer of Government Is Responsible for Issuing Quarantines During

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which layer of government is responsible for issuing quarantines during a communicable disease outbreak?

• A)Federal
• B)State
• C)Local
• D)All of the above

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Definitions:

Pathogens

Microorganisms or agents that can cause disease, including viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites.

Pandemic

A widespread epidemic that covers a large geographical region and infects a significantly large portion of the people.

Viral Evolution

The process by which virus populations and their genetic structures change over time due to mutations, recombination, and selection pressures.

Pathogens

Agents, usually microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, or fungi, that cause disease in their host organisms.