A Picture Fell Off the Wall Startling James Quite a Bit

question 33

Multiple Choice

A picture fell off the wall startling James quite a bit, making him jump. His roommate comes home a couple minutes later and his shutting the door makes James jump again though it doesn't typically. The reason he jumps the second time is that the falling picture
________ to loud noises.

• A) made him vulnerable
• B) habituated him
• C) made him more aware
• D) sensitized him

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Definitions:

Equilibrium Price

The market price at which the quantity of goods supplied equals the quantity demanded, leading to market stability.

Quantity Supplied

The supply of goods or services that vendors are prepared and capable of offering at an established price over a specified duration.

Quantity Demanded

The total amount of a good or service that consumers are willing and able to purchase at a given price in a specific time period.

Clear The Market

This is a term used in economics to describe a scenario where the quantity supplied matches the quantity demanded, meaning the market is in equilibrium and there are no surplus or shortage.