What Makes a Cell Responsive to a Particular Hormone

question 49

Multiple Choice

What makes a cell responsive to a particular hormone?

• A)the chemical properties of the hormone
• B)the presence of a receptor for that particular hormone
• C)the location of the gland that secretes the hormone
• D)the location of the target cells in the body
• E)the site where the hormone is secreted

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Definitions:

Consumer Surplus

The gap between what consumers are prepared and able to spend on a product or service and the actual sum they end up paying.

Demand Curve

A graph showing the relationship between the price of a good and the quantity of that good consumers are willing and able to purchase at various prices.

Total Utility

The total satisfaction or benefit a person receives from consuming a particular quantity of goods or services.

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.