Which of the Following Is Not a True Statement About

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a true statement about the hardness of a mineral?

• A) If a pocketknife can scratch a mineral, it means the mineral is 5 or less on the Moh's Hardness Scale
• B) If a human fingernail can scratch a mineral, it means the mineral is 2 or less on the Moh's Hardness Scale
• C) If a window glass can scratch a mineral, it means the mineral is 5.5 or less on the Moh's Hardness Scale
• D) If a steel file scratches a mineral, it means the mineral if 7.0 or higher on the Moh's Hardness Scale
• E) If quartz scratches a mineral, it means the mineral is 7.0 or lower on the Moh's Hardness scale

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Definitions:

Rationing

A system of allocating scarce goods and services using criteria other than price, often used in times of shortage to ensure equitable distribution.

Allocation

The process of distributing resources or assigning tasks among people or groups in a planned manner.

Scarce Supply

A situation where the availability of a product or service is limited relative to the demand for it.

Consumer Choices

The selection of goods or services made from available alternatives by consumers based on their preferences and budget.