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Which of the following best describes the term annual health insurance deductible? A. the amount that is deducted from your paycheck each year to pay for your policy O B . the amount that you can subtract from your yearly tax return if you provide evidence of continuous health insurance coverage over the past 12 months C. The amount you pay for covered health care services before your insurance plan starts to pay. D. none of the above

Exploring Economics

8th Edition

ISBN:9781544336329

Author:Robert L. Sexton

Publisher:Robert L. Sexton

Chapter8: Market Failure

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 10P

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