In Lawton and Nahemow's Model,when Competence Levels Are Low

question 66

Multiple Choice

In Lawton and Nahemow's model,when competence levels are low

• A) behavior is extremely adaptive.
• B) behavior becomes maladaptive.
• C) the environment has a greater impact.
• D) behavior becomes unpredictable.

Recognize the founders and key theorists in sociology and their contributions.

Understand the basic concepts and perspectives in sociological theory, including functionalism, conflict theory, and symbolic interactionism.

Describe the historical context and significance of the Enlightenment period on sociological thought.

Understand the significance of social contracts and the natural state theories in the development of sociological perspectives.

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Definitions:

Economies of Scale

Cost advantages reaped by companies when production becomes efficient, as the cost per unit of output decreases with increasing scale.

Specialization of Labor

An economic strategy where individuals or groups focus on producing a limited range of goods or services to increase efficiency and output.

Marginal Cost

The expense involved in creating one more unit of a product or service.

Constant Returns to Scale

A situation in which output increases by the same proportion as inputs when the scale of production is changed.