Removing the feeding tube of person in a persistent vegetative state is
A) illegal.
B) an example of active euthanasia.
C) an example of passive euthanasia.
D) a unique situation that can be classified as both active and passive euthanasia.

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Removing the feeding tube of a person in a persistent vegetative state is considered an example of passive euthanasia because it involves withdrawing a medical intervention (i.e. artificial nutrition and hydration) rather than actively causing death through an action. It is legal in some states and countries under certain circumstances, such as when the patient has previously expressed their wishes or when there is no hope of recovery.

Removing the Feeding Tube of Person in a Persistent Vegetative