While Various Surveys of High School Seniors Indicate a Strong

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While various surveys of high school seniors indicate a strong interest in entrepreneurship,a 2004 Gallup Poll showed that a large percentage of American parents would still prefer that their children pursue a less risky career.

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Definitions:

Chemosensitive Area

Chemosensitive neurons in the medulla oblongata detect changes in blood, carbon dioxide, and pH.

Medulla Oblongata

Inferior portion of the brainstem that connects the spinal cord to the brain and contains autonomic centers controlling functions such as heart rate, respiration, and swallowing.

Pons

Portion of the brainstem between the medulla and midbrain.

Rhythmicity

The regular or cyclic pattern of occurrences, such as the heartbeat or breathing rates, within an organism.