Is One Metre of Social Distancing Really Enough? How Far Apart Should we Be? - TLDR News

Is One Metre of Social Distancing Really Enough? How Far Apart Should we Be? - TLDR News

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Social Studies

11th Grade - University

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The video explores social distancing guidelines, focusing on the UK's shift from a 2-meter to a 1-meter plus rule. It discusses the legal, economic, and health implications of this change, comparing it to global standards. An academic study funded by WHO is analyzed, highlighting its findings on infection risks at different distances. The study's limitations are noted, emphasizing that no definitive answer exists for the optimal distancing measure, as it depends on various factors.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the new social distancing guidance introduced in the UK?

1.5 meters

No distancing

1 meter plus

2 meters

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the UK government change the social distancing rule from 2 meters to 1 meter plus?

To improve public health

To boost the economy

To align with WHO guidelines

To reduce public confusion

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which organization recommends a social distancing of at least 1 meter?

WHO

UK Government

Canadian Health Authority

CDC

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the study, what is the risk of infection with no social distancing?

2.6%

12.8%

3%

1.3%

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What protective measure is associated with an 85% drop in infection risk?

Hand washing

Face masks

Eye protection

Social distancing

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key limitation of the study regarding the UK's policy change?

It only considers 1 meter distancing

It doesn't compare 1 meter to 2 meters directly

It only includes data from the UK

It was not peer-reviewed

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the infection risk reduction when maintaining at least 1 meter distance?

2.6%

85%

75%

50%

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