Regarding border inspections and the risk of disease introduction, which statement is true?

• A. False
• B. True
• C. Not enough information
• D. Not applicable

Answer: (B)

Border inspections are a frontline defense against introducing new diseases. They involve screening animals, animal products, and people for signs of illness, requiring health documentation, and enforcing quarantines or permits. By identifying infected animals or contaminated goods at the border, authorities can prevent their entry or impose controls that stop transmission within the country, which lowers the overall risk of disease introduction. While no system is perfect—some diseases have long incubation periods, carriers may be asymptomatic, and some imports may bypass checks—these measures still reduce risk, making the statement true. The other choices don’t fit: not enough information would ignore the established purpose of inspections, not applicable isn’t relevant here, and false would contradict the protective intent of border controls.