The wearing of seat belts is required in many communities. Children of a certain age must be re-strained in a car seat or seat belt when riding in a car. Which of the following best describes what has happened in this community?
a. Unilateral action of lawmakers
b. Participation in health fairs
c. Healthy public policy
d. Media interest in protecting the public
ANS: C
Examples of healthy public policy are seat belt legislation, nonsmoking policies, and immuniza-tion policies for school-age children. Participation in health fairs involves providing health educa-tion and resources out in the community. Unilateral action of lawmakers does not demonstrate community involvement. Media interest does not create the legislation.
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