Define Then Compare and Contrast Formative and Summative Evaluation

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Essay

Define then compare and contrast formative and summative evaluation. Discuss the ways in which it is utilized in human services.

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Definitions:

Demand Curve

A graphical representation showing the relationship between the quantity of a good consumers are willing to buy and its price level.

Profit-Maximizing Output

The point of maximum profitability for a company is reached when its marginal cost is equal to its marginal revenue, indicating the optimal production level.

Antimacassars

Protective coverings used on the backs and arms of furniture to prevent them from soiling or wear, typically made of fabric or lace.

Monopoly

A market structure characterized by a single seller who has exclusive control over the supply of a good or service, and where there are high barriers to entry for potential competitors.