Government Ownership of Property and Resources in the United States

question 91

Multiple Choice

Government ownership of property and resources in the United States is

• A)about as common as it is in European countries.
• B)widespread; the United States is a leader in the amount of government ownership of resources.
• C)relatively rare; the United States is mostly privatized.
• D)rare but has been increasing rapidly as the United States catches up to other countries.

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Definitions:

Upper GI Series

A series of X-rays taken of the upper digestive system, including the esophagus, stomach, and first part of the small intestine, often using a contrast medium to enhance visibility.

Barium

A chemical element, signified by the symbol Ba, used primarily in medical x-rays of the gastrointestinal tract due to its ability to absorb x-rays.

Paralytic Ileus

Paralysis of the intestinal wall with symptoms of acute obstruction.

Small Intestine

A part of the gastrointestinal tract where most of the digestion and absorption of nutrients takes place.