Cindy was in an accident 10 years ago. Since the accident, her cortex has ceased to function, but her brain stem has continued to function. This allows her to breath on her own. This is an example of a

a.persistent vegetative state.
b. coma.
c. psychological fugue.
d. whole-brain death.


ANSWER: a

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