CA Officials Question Coronavirus Data After Technical Glitch

CA Officials Question Coronavirus Data After Technical Glitch

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Journalism, Science, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses issues affecting the accuracy of coronavirus test reports in California and Texas. In California, the Department of Public Health claims the system is functioning, but local officials are uncertain about data accuracy. Texas faces similar issues, with Governor Abbott investigating data discrepancies. These inaccuracies could affect understanding of the virus's spread and impact school reopenings.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern of local officials in California regarding coronavirus test reports?

The cost of testing

The accuracy of the data

The availability of test kits

The speed of test processing

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do some officials believe about the reporting problems in California?

They are due to a lack of funding

They are caused by outdated technology

They are rare and numbers are accurate

They are common and frequent

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Approximately how many coronavirus cases have been reported in California?

600,000

700,000

500,000

800,000

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did Governor Greg Abbott take in response to testing issues in Texas?

He reduced the testing budget

He mandated mask-wearing statewide

He ordered an investigation into data accuracy

He increased the number of testing sites

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential consequence of inaccurate coronavirus data mentioned in the video?

Increased hospital funding

Improved public health policies

Delayed vaccine distribution

Misunderstanding the virus's spread