Steven and Everett Are Cousins

question 94

Multiple Choice

Steven and Everett are cousins. Steven is an American citizen and Everett is a Canadian. Both have a rare genetically inherited condition which is very well controlled by a daily use of a readily available pharmaceutical product. Which of the following most likely describes their experience with buying the medication they need to control their illness?

• A) Steven probably pays a little bit more than Everett
• B) Steven probably pays considerably less than Everett.
• C) Everett probably pays considerably less than Steven.
• D) Steven probably pays about the same as Everett.

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