Pfizer, BioNTech Seek Emergency Use Authorization For COVID-19 Vaccine

Pfizer is seeking emergency use authorization for its COVID-19 vaccine, which is reported to be 95% effective. Moderna's vaccine shows similar efficacy. The US has a contract to purchase millions of Pfizer doses, and once approved, the vaccine will be distributed free of charge.

What percentage effectiveness does the first COVID-19 vaccine claim to have?

• 90%

• 85%

• 95%

• 99%

Which company is associated with the first vaccine mentioned in the transcript?

• AstraZeneca

• Pfizer

• Moderna

• Johnson & Johnson

Which company developed a second vaccine showing similar results to the first?

• Johnson & Johnson

• Moderna

• AstraZeneca

• Novavax

What is the US planning to do with the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine doses?

• Sell them to other countries

• Use them for research

• Distribute them for free

• Store them for future use

Once approved, how will the vaccine shots be provided to the public?

• At a discounted price

• Free of charge

• Only to healthcare workers

• Through private clinics only