Scott, Who Has a PhD in Physics, Waits on Tables

question 215

Multiple Choice

Scott, who has a PhD in physics, waits on tables for a living. Scott is categorized as

• A) unemployed.
• B) not part of the labor force.
• C) underemployed.
• D) a discouraged worker.

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Definitions:

Allele

One of two or more versions of a gene that determine variations in a hereditary characteristic.

Gamete

A mature haploid male or female germ cell which is able to unite with another of the opposite sex in sexual reproduction to form a zygote.

Chromosomes

Protein-based, threadlike formations present in the nuclei of plant and animal cells, consisting of a single DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) molecule.

Dizygotic Twins

Also known as fraternal twins, these are siblings born at the same time as a result of two separate eggs being fertilized by two separate sperm.