Biology: Science for Life with Physiology (6th Edition) (Belk, Border & Maier, The Biology: Science for Life Series, 5th Edition)
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Author: Colleen Belk, Virginia Borden Maier
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 21, Problem 1GFO
Many states allow parents to opt out of the vaccinations required to start school. What is the protocol for being exempted from vaccination in your state? Do you think this protocol is fair to all citizens in your state? Why or why not?
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