In a Market Economy, the Decision Regarding Allocation of Resources

question 44

Multiple Choice

In a market economy, the decision regarding allocation of resources is made by

• A)the operation of the forces of supply and demand.
• B)policy authorities in Washington, D.C.
• C)budget planners in state capitals.
• D)committees from a variety of economic interest groups.
• E)All of the responses are correct.

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Definitions:

Hypothalamus

A complex structure near the lower center of the brain that has direct connections to many other parts of the brain and is involved in the production of psychologically important hormones; thought to be important for mood and motivation.

Electroencephalography (EEG)

A technique for measuring the brain’s electrical activity by placing electrode sensors on the outside of the skull.

Magnetoencephalography (MEG)

A technique for using delicate magnetic sensors on the outside of the skull to detect brain activity.

Positron Emission Tomography (PET)

A technique for creating images of brain activity by injecting a radioactive tracer into the blood and then, using a scanner, finding where in the brain the blood is being metabolized.