Which Would Reduce a Health Inequity in a Community with Many

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which would reduce a health inequity in a community with many obese school-age children?

• A) Convert a vacant lot into a playground
• B) Remove sidewalks to place a bicycle lane on the street
• C) Require children to eat lunches prepared by the school
• D) Add a tax to large sugary drinks, such as sodas

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