Suppose a Researcher for a Pest-Control Company Developed a Chemical

question 15

Multiple Choice

Suppose a researcher for a pest-control company developed a chemical that inhibited the development of an embryonic mosquito's endodermal cells. Which of the following would be a likely mechanism by which this pesticide works?

• A) The mosquito would develop a weakened exoskeleton that would make it vulnerable to trauma.
• B) The mosquito would have trouble digesting food, due to impaired gut function.
• C) The mosquito would have trouble with respiration and circulation, due to impaired muscle function.
• D) The mosquito wouldn't be affected at all.

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Definitions:

Inelastic

A characteristic of a good where its demand does not significantly change with changes in price.

Percentage Change

A mathematical calculation that describes the relative change between an old value and a new value, expressed as a percentage.

Unit Elastic

A situation in demand or supply where a change in price leads to an equal proportionate change in quantity demanded or supplied.

Approximately Unit Elastic

A situation in economics where the percentage change in quantity demanded is roughly equal to the percentage change in price, indicating an elasticity of demand close to one.