In 2006, the U

question 177

Multiple Choice

In 2006, the U.S. net international investment position was negative $2.5 trillion. This means that the amount of:

• A) U.S. holdings of foreign assets were less than the foreign holdings of U.S. assets by $2.5 trillion.
• B) U.S. holdings of foreign assets were $2.5 trillion.
• C) the foreign holdings of U.S. assets were $2.5 trillion.
• D) U.S. holdings of foreign assets exceeded the foreign holdings of U.S. assets by $2.5 trillion.

Recognize the purpose and effectiveness of specific essay introduction techniques.

Identify different strategies for concluding an essay effectively.

Analyze the role of direct quotations in introducing essay topics.

Distinguish between general statements and thesis-specific introductions.

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Definitions:

Conservation

The act of preserving, protecting, or restoring natural environments, artifacts, and cultural heritages from deterioration or destruction.

Animism

Tendency to attribute life to objects that are not alive.

Inductive Reasoning

A method of reasoning in which specific observations or experiences are used to make general conclusions.

Decentration

The cognitive ability to consider multiple aspects of a situation rather than focusing on a single standpoint.