Question

Which of the following accurately describes an example of a vestigial structure?

After the loss of a single eye, with one eye still present, a patient is still able to see with one eye. The patient complains of
reduced vision and depth perception after recovery.
A patient is having severe abdominal pain due to a ruptured appendix. The patient has an appendectomy, in which the
appendix is removed. The patient recovers and notices no life changes due to this surgery.
O A patient has a benign mass on the head of the pancreas. The mass is removed, along with a portion of the pancreas. This
results in reduced insulin production in the patient, causing them to be incapable of using glucose for energy, without the
aid of medication. The patient will be required to take an insulin shot once daily.
O A patient has heart disease, and therefore needs a heart transplant. The patient's heart is then removed and replaced with
a functioning mechanical heart. The patient will remain on organ transplant rejection pills for the remainder of his/her life.

Answer 1

A patient is having severe abdominal pain due to a ruptured appendix. The patient has an appendectomy, in which the

appendix is removed. The patient recovers and notices no life changes due to this surgery.