In the Middle Ages, People Accused of Being Witches Were

question 108

Multiple Choice

In the Middle Ages, people accused of being witches were often tested by being dunked in a river or pond. If they floated to the surface, they were condemned as witches, and if they sank and drowned they were posthumously acquitted. We can see that this test obviously lacks

• A) norms.
• B) validity.
• C) standardization.
• D) reliability.

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Definitions:

Mercy Killing

The act of killing a person or animal who is suffering from a terminal illness or condition, often to relieve them of pain; also known as euthanasia.

Euthanasia

involves the practice of intentionally ending a life to relieve pain and suffering, sometimes referred to as "mercy killing."

Terminal Sedation

The practice of sedating a terminally ill patient to alleviate pain and suffering in the final days or hours of life.

Passive Euthanasia

The withholding or withdrawal of life-sustaining treatments, allowing a patient to die naturally, rather than actively causing death.