Ned's father Mr. Flanders is in a persistent vegetative state. In recent days, several of Ned's siblings have been discussing their options. Included in their discussion has been the possibility of resorting to active or passive euthanasia. First, describe the characteristics of someone in a persistent vegetative state. Then describe and provide examples of how active and passive euthanasia might occur. Finally, discuss the legality of these options (you may want to describe the country and/or state in which Mr. Flanders currently resides).

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The Answer of Ned's father Mr. Flanders is in a persistent vegetative state. In recent days, several of Ned's siblings have been discussing their options. Included in their discussion has been the possibility of resorting to active or passive euthanasia. First, describe the characteristics of someone in a persistent vegetative state. Then describe and provide examples of how active and passive euthanasia might occur. Finally, discuss the legality of these options (you may want to describe the country and/or state in which Mr. Flanders currently resides).

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