Which of the Following Is Not a Contentious Case of Injury

question 60

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a contentious case of injury or illness covered under workers compensation?​

• A) ​Injuries resulting from faulty design of the machinery used in the production floor.
• B) ​An employee killed by a stranger when the employee is on a vacation.
• C) ​Injuries occurring when the employee is "on the road," especially if the trip began from the employee's home.
• D) ​Chronic illnesses such as lung disease, especially if contributing factors include workplace hazards (e.. dust) in combination with personal behavior (e.. smoking).

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Definitions:

Flu

A common viral infection that affects the respiratory system, characterized by fever, chills, body aches, and fatigue.

Chronic Illness

A long-lasting condition that can be controlled but not necessarily cured, often impacting an individual's lifestyle and overall health.

Vision Problems

Any impairment in the ability to see normally, including conditions like myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism.

Asthma

A long-term inflammatory disease of the airways of the lungs, characterized by variable and recurring symptoms, reversible airflow obstruction, and bronchospasm.