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Table 4 Summary of HVAC system types in U.S. schools based on the U.S. Energy Information Administration, Commercial Buildings Energy Consumption Survey

From: Estimating the nationwide transmission risk of measles in US schools and impacts of vaccination and supplemental infection control strategies

School Type

HVAC System Type

Heating

Cooling

Primary School

Central-Forced-Air

41%

26%

Ductless with Air Filter

47%

63%

Ductless without Air Filter

12%

10%

Secondary School

Central-Forced-Air

43%

35%

Ductless with Air Filter

41%

54%

Ductless without Air Filter

16%

11%