Which of the Following Statements Is NOT True

question 105

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is NOT true?

• A)It is not possible to eradicate a disease.
• B)Global travel spreads pathogens more quickly than ever before.
• C)The evolution of drug-resistant pathogens is on the rise.
• D)Failure to follow treatment regimens drives the evolution of drug resistance.
• E)Scientists are engaged in an evolutionary arms race with disease-causing organisms.

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Definitions:

Late Shift

In work contexts, a shift that starts late in the day or evening and can extend into the night; in cognitive terms, a late change or shift in opinion or strategy.

Foot-In-The-Door Technique

The foot-in-the-door technique is a persuasion strategy where agreeing to a small request increases the likelihood of agreeing to a larger request later.

Lowballing Effect

A psychological phenomenon where an initially lower cost is presented to secure agreement, followed by the revelation of additional costs.

Social Commitment

An individual's sense of responsibility or duty towards society, which can influence behavior and decisions towards achieving societal wellbeing.