Clozapine Was an Improvement Over Previous Antipsychotic Medications Because It

question 21

Multiple Choice

Clozapine was an improvement over previous antipsychotic medications because it

• A)acted specifically on the dopamine neurotransmitter system.
• B)reduced the negative as well as the positive symptoms of schizophrenia.
• C)produced only moderate Parkinsonian effects.
• D)also worked for disorders such as bipolar disorder.

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Opportunity Cost

Opportunity cost is the value of the next best alternative forgone as the result of making a decision.

Comparative Advantage

The ability of an individual, company, or country to produce a good or service at a lower opportunity cost than its competitors.

Absolute Advantage

The ability of an entity to produce more of a good or service than competitors using the same amount of resources.

Comparative Advantage

The ability of an entity to produce a good or offer a service at a lower opportunity cost than other entities, leading to more efficient trade possibilities.