Which comparison of the educational requirements for doctors and for physician assistants is correct? (1 point)

Question

Physician assistants require a lower
• degree because they act under the close supervision of a doctor.
Physician assistants require a
• master's degree, while a doctor requires a bachelor's degree.
Each career requires the same
• educational requirements, but the areas of specialization can differ.
Physician assistants require a lower
O degree because they cannot perform surgical procedures such as setting a bone.

Answer 1

The correct comparison of the educational requirements for doctors and for physician assistants is:

Physician assistants require a lower degree because they act under the close supervision of a doctor.

Physician assistants typically complete a master's degree program after obtaining a bachelor's degree, while doctors (physicians) must complete a medical degree (usually after earning a bachelor's degree) and typically undergo residency training, which can take several additional years. Therefore, physician assistants' educational requirements are generally lower compared to those of doctors.