The Fact That the Onset of Autism Symptoms Typically Occur

question 30

Multiple Choice

The fact that the onset of autism symptoms typically occur at about the same age children receive many of their vaccinations,including the MMR,is an example of

• A)an observed correlation but not necessarily evidence of a cause-and-effect relationship.
• B)an observed correlation and strong evidence of a cause-and-effect relationship.
• C)an observed and evidentially supported cause-and-effect relationship.
• D)an observed cause-and-effect relationship but not necessarily a correlation.

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Definitions:

Market Equilibrium

Market equilibrium is a condition in a market where the quantity demanded equals the quantity supplied, resulting in no pressure for the price to change.

Consumer Surplus

The gap between the total sum consumers are ready and able to spend on a good or service, and the sum they actually do spend.

Market Equilibrium

The condition in which the quantity of a product supplied is equal to the quantity demanded, leading to a stable market price.

Supply Curve

A graphical representation showing the relationship between the price of a good and the quantity of the good that suppliers are willing to sell.