Children experience a somewhat higher rate of illness during the first two years of elementary school than later, because of
A) exposure to sick children and a immune system that is still developing.
B) a lack of immunizations required for school entry.
C) poor hygiene and a lack of preventative measures in schools.
D) increased contact with unfamiliar foods in school lunches.
Answer: A
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