Scientists Can Compare the Relationships Between All Modern Species by Examining

question 32

Multiple Choice

Scientists can compare the relationships between all modern species by examining a gene that performs a similar function in species from all kingdoms. What does this one gene encode?

• A) Taq polymerase
• B) ribosomal RNA
• C) enzymes needed for photosynthesis
• D) restriction enzymes

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Definitions:

Consumer Surplus

The difference between the total amount that consumers are willing to pay for a good or service and the total amount that they actually pay.

Consumer Surplus

The rift between the financial input consumers are willing to make for acquiring a good or service and the actual amount they spend.

Demand

Represents the quantity of a good or service that consumers are willing and able to purchase at various prices over a given period.

Consumer Surplus

The contrast between the overall amount consumers are willing to pay for a good or service and the total they actually pay.