### Question
Can you define what distribution factor means?


### Answer
**Distribution factor** is defined as the following in *42 U.S.C. § 300ff*:

> an amount equal to the estimated number of living cases of acquired immune deficiency syndrome in the eligible area involved, as determined under subparagraph (C)

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 300ff*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6A-PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER XXIV-HIV HEALTH CARE SERVICES PROGRAM > Part A-Emergency Relief for Areas With Substantial Need for Services**

