Which Term Refers to the Practice of Aborting Female Fetuses

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which term refers to the practice of aborting female fetuses?

• A)amniocentesis
• B)female feticide
• C)infanticide
• D)selective screening

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Definitions:

Consumer Surplus

The difference between the maximum price a consumer is willing to pay for a good or service and the actual price they pay.

Producer Surplus

The difference between the amount producers are willing to sell a good for and the actual amount they receive by selling it at the market price.

Total Surplus

The sum of consumer and producer surplus; represents the total net benefit to society from the production and consumption of a good or service.

Deadweight Loss

Economic efficiency is lost when the balance for a good or service is either not met or unattainable.