Question

1. (05.04 mc) some states restrict the use of cigarettes in restaurants and other public buildings. what is the aim of this type of government regulation? (3 points) to provide air quality in public facilities that exceeds federal mandates to provide secure locations for smokers who want to avoid nonsmokers to protect the potential sales of restaurant and business owners to protect the public and store patrons who prefer to avoid secondhand smoke

Explanation:

Restricting cigarette use in public buildings aims to safeguard non - smokers from secondhand smoke. Option A is incorrect as exceeding federal mandates isn't the goal. Option B is wrong because it's about protecting non - smokers, not providing spaces for smokers to avoid them. Option C is incorrect as the regulation is for public health, not business sales. Option D focuses on protecting the public (including patrons) who want to avoid secondhand smoke, which matches the purpose of such regulations.

Answer:

D. To protect the public and store patrons who prefer to avoid secondhand smoke