Rigor Mortis Occurs in a Dead Person Because

question 23

Multiple Choice

Rigor mortis occurs in a dead person because

• A)ATP, which is necessary for the detachment of cross bridges, is not being formed
• B)ATP, which is necessary for the formation of cross bridges, is not being formed
• C)ATP, which is necessary for the formation of cross bridges, continues to be formed for several hours after death
• D)Deterioration of muscle proteins prevents detachment of cross bridges
• E)None of the choices are correct

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Definitions:

True Probability

The actual likelihood of an event occurring, often contrasted with estimated probabilities derived from models or assumptions.

Subjective Probabilities

The individual's personal judgment or estimate of the likelihood of an event occurring, based on their own knowledge and experience.

Event

An occurrence or happening, especially one of significance.

Law of Small Numbers

A cognitive bias that leads people to make unjustified conclusions based on limited data.