What is a potential downside of humanizing death and dying?

A. Circumstances surrounding death are brought into the personal domain of the individuals and families who are closest to a particular death.
B. Traditional customs and practices are being revived in new ways.
C. Death is not seen as a foe to be vanquished or fought to the bitter end.
D. It may minimize and devalue death.


Answer: D

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