Action taken to protect the health, safety, and welfare of citizens, such as requiring immunizations of children before admission to school, is called what kind of power?
A) Executive
B) Legislative
C) Judicial
D) Police

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The power to protect the health, safety, and welfare of citizens is typically referred to as police power. This power is held primarily by state governments and enables them to enact laws and regulations that promote public health and safety, such as immunization requirements for school admission. Executive, legislative, and judicial powers refer to different branches of government or types of authority.

Action Taken to Protect the Health, Safety, and Welfare of Citizens