Suppose the Probability of Contracting a Certain Disease Is P

question 44

Multiple Choice

Suppose the probability of contracting a certain disease is p = 0.0006 for a new case in a given year.Use the Poisson model to approximate the probability that in a town where 8000 uninfected people there will be at least one new case of the disease next year.

• A)0.9523
• B)0.9918
• C)0.0395
• D)0.0082
• E)0.9994

Recognize the importance of environmental factors and community infrastructure in disease prevention.

Understand the historical development of public health initiatives and their impact on community health.

Analyze the role of government and non-governmental organizations in the advancement of public health.

Identify key figures and their contributions to public health and nursing.

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