During an Interview,a Parent of a Hospitalized Child Is Sitting

question 18

Multiple Choice

During an interview,a parent of a hospitalized child is sitting in an open position.As the interviewer begins to discuss his son's treatment,however,he suddenly crosses his arms against his chest and crosses his legs.This changed posture would suggest that the parent is:

• A)Simply changing positions.
• B)More comfortable in this position.
• C)Tired and needs a break from the interview.
• D)Uncomfortable talking about his son's treatment.

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Definitions:

Substitution Effect

The change in consumption patterns due to a change in the relative prices of goods, leading consumers to substitute one good for another more or less expensive one.

Income Effect

Income effect describes the change in an individual's or economy's consumption patterns due to a change in real income.

Opportunity Cost

The cost of foregone alternatives, the value of the best alternative given up when a decision is made.

Wage Increases

Adjustments made to the salary of employees, typically to account for inflation, performance, or changes in the cost of living.