For the Purpose of Cost-Benefit Analysis, the Value of a Human

question 165

Multiple Choice

For the purpose of cost-benefit analysis, the value of a human life is sometimes calculated on the basis of:

• A) the risks that a person voluntarily exposes herself to in her job and/or recreational choices
• B) the value of each individual's assets
• C) an infinite value for each life
• D) the amount of resources required to adequately sustain life

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Definitions:

Socially Constructed

An understanding that concepts, identities, and values are created through social interactions and are not inherent or fixed, but shaped by cultural and societal norms.

Gender Roles

The societal norms dictating the behaviors, tasks, and responsibilities expected of males and females based on their biological sex.

Muscle Density

The compactness of muscle tissue, which can contribute to overall muscle strength and appearance.

Functionalist

Functionalist is an approach in sociology that emphasizes the role that different parts of society play in maintaining a cohesive and functioning whole.