Mark and Charles Are Roommates at College

question 115

Multiple Choice

Mark and Charles are roommates at college.Each has written a 25-page term paper for the same English class.They are equally poor typists.Charles types his own paper and gets paid by Mark to type his, too.On the basis of the information given, which one of the following must be true?

• A)Mark is wealthier than Charles.
• B)Mark needs more time to study than Charles.
• C)Charles hates typing.
• D)Mark and Charles have different utilities for typing but place the same value on time.
• E)Mark's opportunity cost of typing is higher than Charles's.

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Definitions:

Socially Decenter

The ability to step outside one's own experience or viewpoint to understand the social context and perspectives of others, promoting more effective communication.

Ethnocentric

The belief in the inherent superiority of one's own ethnic group or culture, often accompanied by a devaluation of other cultures.

Culture Shock

A feeling of confusion, doubt, or nervousness caused by being in a place that is very different from what one is used to.