Why were the wealthy better able to avoid the plague in Europe?

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Wealthy people could flee the densely populated cities for remote areas where there were less people and therefore less risk of catching the disease. This was especially true if they had their own country estates away from urban centers. They might also have had the resources to secure safe transportation out of affected areas if needed. While they still may have had access to better medical care, it was not a guarantee, as the understanding of disease and treatment at the time was limited. Additionally, affording to leave the country (choice B) was not always an option as borders were often closed to prevent the spread of the disease. The poor also did not necessarily avoid the wealthy (choice C), as they often worked in close proximity as servants or laborers.

Why Were the Wealthy Better Able to Avoid the Plague