A Newspaper Published an Article Stating That the Athletic Banquet

question 30

Multiple Choice

A newspaper published an article stating that the athletic banquet at the local high school had approximately 1000 family members in attendance. Exactly 650 persons became ill within 24 hours, complaining of severe diarrhea, vomiting, and cramping. Which of the following best describes the attack rate?

• A) 650 persons
• B) 1000 persons
• C) 650:1000
• D) 6.5%

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Definitions:

Large Intestine

The final section of the digestive system, where water is absorbed and stool is formed from indigestible food matter.

B Vitamins

B Vitamins refer to a group of water-soluble vitamins that play important roles in cell metabolism and the formation of red blood cells, including vitamins B1, B2, B3, B6, B9, and B12 among others.

Liver

A vital organ in the body responsible for numerous functions, including detoxification, protein synthesis, and production of biochemicals necessary for digestion.

Pharynx

The part of the throat behind the mouth and nasal cavity, responsible for the passage of food to the esophagus and air to the larynx.