Evolution Is Sometimes Described as the Change from Preexisting Life-Forms

question 27

Multiple Choice

Evolution is sometimes described as the change from preexisting life-forms to modern-day organisms. What actually changes, in every case of evolution, is the:

• A)rate of reproduction.
• B)ability of organisms to respond to external stimuli.
• C)energy and nutritional demands of the organism.
• D)genetic makeup of the species.
• E)species' physical appearance

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Definitions:

Discount Rate

This rate is applied in discounted cash flow analysis to derive the current value of cash flows expected to be received in the future.

Project

A short-term effort made to develop a distinct product, service, or outcome.

Required Return

The minimum rate of return needed on an investment, determined by the investor’s risk tolerance and the investment’s risk.

NPV

Net Present Value; a calculation used to determine the present value of an investment by discounting its future cash flows.