Which agency delegates the authority of the local health department?

a. The federal government
b. The state
c. Local authorities
d. Regional governing boards


ANS: B
The authority of the local health department is delegated by the state. The federal government, local authorities, and regional governing boards are not involved with delegating authority of the local health department.

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