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AEWBW

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Social technology provides us with a framework for interpreting the social and physical world, particularly language.
 
  a. true
  b. false

Question 2

In what ways have physicians used a checklist to help lower the percentage of patient deaths?
 
  What will be an ideal response?



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Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

In a research study, surgeons were required to use a checklist while working with patients. Items included checking for allergies or checking the patient's identification bracelet. Results showed that patient deaths decreased 40 percent.



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