Which of the Following Best Describes the Current Status of the Debate

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the current status of the debate over evidence for life in the Martian meteorite ALH84001?

• A) Most scientists find the evidence intriguing but suspect that it can be explained without requiring past life on Mars.
• B) Most scientists now agree that the meteorite shows clear evidence of past life on Mars.
• C) Most scientists now agree that the meteorite shows no evidence for past life on Mars.
• D) Most scientists agree that the evidence would support life if the meteorite truly comes from Mars, but few scientists accept that the meteorite is from Mars and instead think it is an ordinary Earth rock.

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Definitions:

Healthcare

The organized provision of medical care to individuals or a community, including preventive, diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitative services.

Emergency Room

A hospital unit specializing in immediate care for acute and life-threatening conditions.

Primary Care

Basic or initial healthcare services that focus on general wellness, the prevention of health issues, and the treatment of common illnesses or conditions.

Restraining Healthcare Spending

Efforts aimed at controlling the growth of healthcare costs to prevent them from consuming a disproportionate share of resources.