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Massachusetts Public Health Month Quiz
Take this quiz to get information on a variety of public health issues that will help you and your family lead a healthier lifestyle.
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1. Please fill in the blanks. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2002, approximately what percentage of people who died in traffic accidents were not wearing their seatbelts?:
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| A |
1%
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| B |
44%
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| C |
75%
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| D |
100%
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| E |
10%
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2. According to the National Cancer Institute, at least how many servings of fruits and vegetables should be part of a healthy diet to prevent cancer? |
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1 Serving per day
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| B |
2 Servings per day
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| C |
3 Servings per day
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| D |
4 Servings per day
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| E |
5 Servings per day
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3. Childhood obesity is a growing epidemic in the United States. What percentage of children (aged 6-11) are obese in this country? |
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2%
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| B |
0.5%
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| C |
50%
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| D |
15%
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| E |
75%
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4. What percentage of smokers under the age of 18 reported never being asked for proof of age when buying cigarettes? |
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70%
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| B |
50%
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| C |
100%
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| D |
5%
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| E |
10%
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5. Which of the following is a well-documented cause of lung cancer?: |
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Radon Gas
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| B |
Second-Hand Smoke
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| C |
Asbestos
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| D |
Hair Dye
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a,b and c are Correct |
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