In 1997, Oregon Passed the "Death with Dignity Act," Which

question 71

Multiple Choice

In 1997, Oregon passed the "Death with Dignity Act," which allows doctor-assisted suicide for persons with terminal illnesses. Since 1997, on average, how many Oregonians with terminal illness have ended their lives each year?

• A) a few dozen
• B) a few hundred
• C) about 500
• D) almost 1,000

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