Why Should a Student of Death and Dying Become Familiar

question 36

Multiple Choice

Why should a student of death and dying become familiar with the death customs of other cultures?

• A)to cause students to be critical of American customs
• B)to promote ethnocentrism
• C)to note that similarities are often greater than the differences and thus gain a greater appreciation of other cultures
• D)both b and c of the above
• E)none of the above

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Definitions:

Thermostat

Any of a number of different types of heat sensing switches; a thermostat usually changes the status of a circuit or system when a specific temperature value is achieved. Found on starters and other electrical components, also used in an engine cooling system where it is used to option coolant circulation to the radiator.

Governor Cutout

A mechanism or setting in engines and machinery that limits the maximum speed or output to prevent damage or conserve energy.

Psi

Pounds per square inch, a unit of pressure used to quantify internal pressure, stress, or tensile strength.