Which of the Following Was Not Included in the Congressional

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was not included in the congressional plans for health care reform?

• A) the creation of new state-based insurance exchanges
• B) a provision requiring uninsured individuals to purchase health insurance
• C) insurance regulation that prohibits insurers from denying benefits for a variety of reasons such as preexisting conditions
• D) an expansion of the public programs Medicaid and the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP)
• E) a "public option" allowing individuals to acquire medical coverage directly from the government

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Definitions:

Anxiety-Producing Situations

Circumstances or events that trigger feelings of worry, nervousness, or fear, often leading to physical or emotional stress responses.

Phobias

Intense, irrational fears of specific objects, activities, or situations that lead to avoidance behavior.

Agoraphobia

An anxiety disorder characterized by an intense fear of being in spaces or situations where escape might be difficult or help might not be available in the event of a panic attack.

Anxiety

A mental health condition characterized by feelings of worry, anxiety, or fear that are strong enough to interfere with one's daily activities.