Which of the Following Is a Defining Characteristic of Obligation

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a defining characteristic of obligation?

• A) It is based on a sense of duty.
• B) It stems from a fear of violence.
• C) It is a naturally occurring social phenomenon.
• D) It is only found in formal social or political institutions.

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Definitions:

Impulse

A sudden urge or desire to act or a brief electrical charge that travels through the nerves.

Medulla Oblongata

The lower portion of the brainstem responsible for regulating vital functions, such as heart rate, breathing, and blood pressure.

Skull

The bony structure forming the head in vertebrates, supporting the structures of the face and protecting the brain.

Death

The permanent cessation of all biological functions that sustain a living organism.