Going Skiing Will Cost Adam $80 a Day

question 49

Multiple Choice

Going skiing will cost Adam $80 a day. He also loses $40 per day in wages because he has to take time off from work. Adam still decides to go skiing.

• A)Adam's lost $40 per day in wages is not an opportunity cost and so did not affect his decision.
• B)He loses a total of $120 per day, so his decision is irrational.
• C)The $80 price of skiing is not an opportunity cost and so did not affect Adam's decision.
• D)His decision is rational if Adam's marginal benefit of spending a day skiing is greater than his marginal cost.
• E)Adam is definitely making a decision that is in the social interest.

Apply theoretical perspectives to understand gender role development.

Understand the concept of gender identity and the difference between biological sex and gender identity.

Recognize the impact of societal norms and stereotypes on gender roles and behaviors.

Identify the influence of peers and media on gender-typed behavior.

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