The Sudden,unexpected Occurrence of a Disease in a Limited Segment

question 23

Multiple Choice

The sudden,unexpected occurrence of a disease in a limited segment of a population is called a(n) _________.

• A)outbreak
• B)incident
• C)epidemic
• D)sporadic disease

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Definitions:

Cabinet-Level Department

Departments within the executive branch of the United States government, each led by a Cabinet member who serves as an advisor to the President.

Congress

The legislative body of a country, particularly in the United States, composed of the Senate and the House of Representatives.

Acquisitive Model

A theory in public administration that suggests bureaucracies and governmental agencies are primarily motivated by the desire to expand their budgets and staff, increasing their power.

Budget

An estimate of income and expenditure for a set period of time, often used by governments to plan economic policies.