Which of the following statements is correct about a smallpox epidemic in Boston in 1721? Mark all that apply.  

After the first exposure to a novel antigen, we may develop symptoms (e.g., fever, congestion, malaise) to fight off the infection while we create antibodies for it. Do symptoms typically appear with a second exposure?

At five years old, Rachel Hotez was tested. Her IQ was normal. How was her verbal ability?

What disease, besides smallpox, may have been prevented by variolation three centuries ago in the Middle East?

Susumu Tonegawa won a Nobel Prize in 1987 for figuring out how B cells:

Which of the following statements is correct about Edward Jenner’s vaccination experiment? Mark all that apply.

As a child Rachel when overwhelmed with stimuli would often:

Directions: Choose one of the prompts below to complete the assigned taske.  Prompt 1: Methane emissions from cows are a significant contributor to climate change. Cattle release methane primarily through enteric fermentation (a digestive process) and manure management. This issue represents a market failure, as the environmental costs of methane emissions (negative externalities) are not reflected in the market price of beef and dairy products. Prompt 2: The decline in college enrollment and graduation rates in recent years has raised concerns about its long-term economic and societal impact. A well-educated workforce contributes to higher productivity, increased wages, and reduced social inequality, yet many individuals face financial, structural, and informational barriers to accessing and completing college. This issue represents a market failure because positive externalities, such as economic growth, lower unemployment, and improved civic engagement are not fully reflected in the market price of education.  Task:  Design an economic policy to solve one of the above market failures. For your approach, you must: Explain how the policy works and why it might be effective. (2 points) Analyze its impact on supply and demand—Will demand increase or decrease? Change in quantity demanded? (2 Points) Analyze its impact on price and quantity—Will prices rise or fall? Will quantity increase or decrease? (2 Points) Evaluate potential trade-offs—What are the possible downsides or unintended consequences of each approach? Are there other policies that can achieve the same effect? (2 Points)

Access your textbook to answer the following question. At this time, practice accessing/viewing your course textbook whether it is in electronic format and/or in hard copy printed format.   What is the name of the “agency administrator at Vicar Health Care” referenced in the Chapter 1 Case Study, Page 29?

A pregnant person presents to urgent care at 28 weeks pregnant and tests positive for chlamydia, you know this medication would NOT be administered: