A city official can reassure 100,000 residents about a water contamination event.

A city official can reassure 100,000 residents about a water contamination event. Admitting the full extent of the contamination will trigger mass panic.

• 65% chose: State the water is safe. (53 people)
• 35% chose: Disclose all contamination details. (28 people)

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