Think About the Definitions of Anatomy and of Physiology

question 80

Multiple Choice

Think about the definitions of anatomy and of physiology. The relationship between these two fields is best described by the following statement:

• A) Anatomy is the study of function.
• B) All structures are derived from an ancestral structure.
• C) Physiology becomes more complex over time.
• D) Structure follows function.
• E) Organs that have similar function also have similar structure.

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Definitions:

Profit Maximizing

The process of finding the level of output where a firm achieves the maximum possible profit.

Kinked Demand Curve Model

Oligopoly model in which each firm faces a demand curve kinked at the currently prevailing price: at higher prices demand is very elastic, whereas at lower prices it is inelastic.

Rivals' Price

The cost set by competing businesses for similar products or services in the market.

Marginal Cost

The additional cost associated with producing one more unit of output.