As More and More Resources Are Dedicated to an Activity

question 163

Multiple Choice

As more and more resources are dedicated to an activity

• A) the benefits will increase proportionately.
• B) the benefits will become smaller and smaller while the costs will rise.
• C) the demand for that activity will increase.
• D) the costs will be offset by the benefits received from the activity.

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Definitions:

Blood Pressure

The pressure of circulating blood on the walls of blood vessels, typically measured for diagnosis since it is closely related to the force and rate of the heartbeat and the diameter and elasticity of the arterial walls.

Systolic

Relating to the phase of the heartbeat when the heart muscle contracts and pumps blood into the arteries.

Diastolic

Pertaining to the phase of the heartbeat when the heart muscle relaxes and allows the chambers to fill with blood.

OTC Drugs

Medications that can be bought without a prescription, typically for the treatment of minor health problems.