The Amount That Medical Costs Have Increased in Workers' Compensation

question 16

Multiple Choice

The amount that medical costs have increased in workers' compensation cases between 1997 and 2002.

• A)25 percent
• B)50 percent
• C)100 percent
• D)125 percent

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