During His Bids for the Presidency in 2016 and 2020

During his bids for the presidency in 2016 and 2020, Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont proposed a universal health care plan that would guarantee access to health care services for all Americans at no cost to them. This proposed program would also include dental and hearing aids and apply to all Americans universally, not just select members of disadvantaged groups. What is one likely impact this plan would have on the United States if it were to come to fruition?

A) Taxes in the United States would increase significantly to cover the costs of universal health care.
B) Private health insurance companies would be required to lower premiums and other fees.
C) The cost of common prescription drugs for conditions like diabetes and hypertension would skyrocket.
D) The quality and standards for health care professionals would improve significantly.