Which of the following statements best describes how the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) differs from its many peer agencies?
a. It focuses primarily on prevention.
b. It is a uniquely American approach to problem resolution.
c. It responds to health emergencies.
d. It uses years of experience as the basis for its actions.
ANS: C
The CDC applies research and findings to improve people's daily lives and responds to health emergenciesâ€"something that distinguishes the CDC from many of its peer agencies. Other peer agencies of the CDC also are involved in focusing on primary prevention, using an American approach to problem resolution, and using years of experience as the basis for action.
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