Public Schools Require Proof That a Child Has Been Immunized

question 110

Multiple Choice

Public schools require proof that a child has been immunized against several diseases before enrolling. Why?

• A)People don't realize that becoming vaccinated entails no risk.
• B)It is a costly to fake signal that a child is healthy.
• C)It is an efficient way to publicize the need for immunizations.
• D)People do not adequately account for the external cost of not vaccinating their children.

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