Of the Following, It Is Likely That the Largest Source

question 16

Multiple Choice

Of the following, it is likely that the largest source of excessive spending on health care is:

• A) physician-induced demand.
• B) defensive medicine.
• C) too rapid growth in medical technology.
• D) third-party payments.

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