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Are conjoined twins attached at the head considered one person?
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Good one - no.: Although your question has metaphysical attributes, i would say that clearly cephalopagus conjoined twins are two genetically identical individuals fused at the head, but having separate brain anatomy and psyche.
Answered 2/13/2013
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