The Quality of a Discussion Often Depends on How Closely

question 86

Short Answer

The quality of a discussion often depends on how closely the parties attend to the same issue.For the passage below,determine whether the speakers are clearly disputing the same issue,or whether somebody is missing the point.
a:The legislature should pass a bill banning agricultural burning-when they burn those fields the whole area is covered with a layer of smoke.
b:Forget about agricultural burning-automobile emissions cause the greatest percentage of air pollution in this area.

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Definitions:

Practice Protocols

Established guidelines and procedures designed to standardize medical practice and ensure quality patient care.

Clinical Research

A branch of healthcare science that determines the safety and effectiveness of medications, devices, diagnostic products, and treatment regimens intended for human use.

Managed Care

A healthcare delivery system aimed at managing the cost, quality, and utilization of medical services by contracting with specific providers and coordinating patient care.

Corporatization

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