Starting from a Single Individual,what Is the Size of a Population

question 32

Multiple Choice

Starting from a single individual,what is the size of a population of bacteria that reproduce by binary fission every 20 minutes at the end of a 2-hour time period? (Assume unlimited resources and no mortality. )

• A)8
• B)16
• C)32
• D)64
• E)128

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Consumer Surplus

The difference in the total potential payment consumers are willing to make for a good or service and the actual expenditure they incur.

Welfare Loss

Economic inefficiency resulting from a deviation from an optimal allocation of goods and services, often due to externalities or market power.

Net Social Gain

The overall benefit to society from an economic transaction, after subtracting costs.

Barriers To Entry

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