Which of These Is an Example of a Common-Source Epidemic

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of these is an example of a common-source epidemic?

• A)A single case of H1N1 influenza is reported in a small town.
• B)A prison has a higher rate of tuberculosis than is typical.
• C)A number of children show up at school with measles.
• D)Several cases of food poisoning from a wedding.
• E)A local hospital sees cases of several different "staph" infections in a week

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