In 2000, an Executive Earned $100,000

question 65

Multiple Choice

In 2000, an executive earned $100,000. In 2009, the executive earned $125,000. The CPI in 2000
Was 172.2, and the CPI in 2009 was 214.537. Using the CPI base, 1982-1984 = 100, what was the
Increase in real income from 2000 to 2009?

• A) $193
• B) $139
• C) $580
• D) $173

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Conditioned Response

A learned response to a previously neutral stimulus that has been repeatedly presented alongside an unconditioned stimulus.

Permanent Change

An alteration or transformation that is lasting and not reversible over time.

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The arrangement or distribution of nerve fibers within a specific area of the nervous system.

Physical Changes

Alterations in the physical state or appearance of a substance or organism that do not involve a change in its composition or identity.