The Number of Executions Carried Out Each Year in the U.S

question 72

Multiple Choice

The number of executions carried out each year in the U.S. is:

• A)None. The U.S. does not use the death penalty.
• B)fewer than 50
• C)between 100 and 200
• D)over 200

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Definitions:

Limbic System

A complex system of nerves and networks in the brain, involved with instinct and mood. It controls the basic emotions and drives.

Neural Pathways

Networks of neurons that transmit signals between different parts of the brain and the nervous system.

Frequency Theory

Theory on how the inner ear registers the frequency of sound, stating that the perception of a sound’s frequency depends on how often the auditory nerve fires.

Basilar Membrane

A key structure in the cochlea of the inner ear which plays a critical role in the sense of hearing by vibrating in response to sound.