Which of the Following Would Be Considered an Instrumental Need

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be considered an instrumental need that can be met through communication?

• A) developing a romantic relationship with someone you find attractive
• B) convincing your roommate to turn off her music by midnight each night
• C) talking with your grandfather on the telephone after not speaking with him for a while
• D) making small talk with a stranger you just met at a party

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Definitions:

Withholding Allowance

A portion of an employee's salary that is not included in their taxable income, used to account for personal exemptions and dependents, essentially reducing the amount of income tax withheld from their paycheck.

Federal Income Tax

The tax imposed by the U.S. government on the income generated by businesses and individuals within its jurisdiction.

Gross Earnings

The total amount of money earned by an individual or company before any deductions or taxes are applied.

Medicare Withholding

The portion of an employee's paycheck that is deducted to contribute to the Medicare program, which provides health insurance to individuals who are over 65 or meet other specific criteria.