Dianna Is in a State of Brain Death

question 63

Multiple Choice

Dianna is in a state of brain death.She is unconscious but remains alive in this condition.This is possible because:

• A)social death has not yet occurred.
• B)with cardiopulmonary resuscitation,it is still possible to return her to alertness.
• C)breathing and heartbeat functions are governed by the brainstem,which is still alive in brain death.
• D)the cortex and midbrain are still getting oxygen.

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Definitions:

Marginal Utility Per Dollar

The additional satisfaction gained from spending one more dollar on a good or service.

Substitution Effect

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Quantity Demanded

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