Generally if an individual writes what is known as a living will, it means they __________
A) want every effort to be made to extend their life.
B) do not want life support or any other measures taken to prolong their life if they cannot be helped.
C) want to distribute their possessions before they die.
D) want to avoid getting the legal system involved in the inheritance.

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A living will is a legal document in which an individual states their wishes regarding medical treatment in the event they become incapacitated and unable to communicate. Specifically, it addresses end-of-life care and whether or not the individual wants life-sustaining measures to be taken (such as artificial respiration or tube feeding) if they are unlikely to recover. Therefore, choice B is the correct answer.

Generally If an Individual Writes What Is Known as a Living