Which of the phases of the epidemiologic method is illustrated in this statement?
"Many years of investigation have shown that atherosclerosis can be induced in laboratory animals by feeding them a diet rich in fats and cholesterol."
A) Counting cases or events
B) Making comparisons
C) Observing
D) Relating cases to the at risk population

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The phase illustrated in the statement is observing, as it describes the observation of a cause and effect relationship in laboratory animals through the manipulation of their diet.

Which of the Phases of the Epidemiologic Method Is Illustrated