Bethany was hit by a car and has been admitted to the local hospital. Her injuries were very serious and as a result she has been in a coma. She is now considered brain dead but her vital functions are operating thanks to modern technology. Her mother is hoping to collect on Bethany's life insurance in the event she dies. Under what test would Bethany already be considered dead?

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Bethany would already be considered dead under the brain death test, as this test determines death based on the irreversible cessation of all brain activity, including in the brain stem, even if other bodily functions are maintained artificially.

Bethany Was Hit by a Car and Has Been Admitted