Which of the Following Statements About Agriculture in the U

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about agriculture in the U.S. is not correct?

• A)From the 1950s to today, agricultural output has increased about five times.
• B)Because technological improvements increase the supply of a product for which demand is inelastic, an individual farmer would be better off not adopting the new technology.
• C)Increasing the supply of agricultural products typically benefits consumers but harms farmers.
• D)Technological improvements typically increase supply and decrease revenue for farmers.

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Definitions:

Solomon Asch

A Polish-American psychologist best known for his research on social psychology, especially conformity and social pressure.

Comparison Lines

In the context of perception, these are reference lines against which other objects or magnitudes are compared or judged.

Conformity

The tendency of individuals to align their attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors with those of a group or society.

Informational Social Influence

The influence of others that leads to conformity because of a desire to be correct and understand the correct behavior or opinion.