A Tax on Vehicle Miles Traveled Would Be Implemented in Order

question 27

Multiple Choice

A tax on vehicle miles traveled would be implemented in order to encourage which of the following?

• A) motorists to drive in carpool lanes
• B) the purchase of electric vehicles
• C) alternative modes of transportation
• D) the increased production of hybrid cars

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Definitions:

Absolute Refractory Period

A period immediately following the firing of a nerve fiber when it cannot be stimulated for a brief period, regardless of how strong the incoming stimulus may be.

Relative Refractory Period

A period shortly after the firing of a nerve during which the nerve cannot be stimulated to fire again at its maximum rate, but can still respond to a stronger than usual stimulus.

Firing Rate

The frequency at which a neuron discharges electrical impulses over a certain period of time.

Absolute Refractory Period

The period immediately following an action potential during which a neuron is completely unable to fire another action potential, regardless of the strength of the stimulus.