As Parental Income Increases,so Does the Likelihood That a Child

question 92

Multiple Choice

As parental income increases,so does the likelihood that a child will attend a postsecondary institution.Which term best describes "parental income" in that statement?

• A)a variable
• B)a hypothesis
• C)a theory
• D)an operational definition

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Definitions:

Economics

The social science that studies the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.

Total Utility

The total satisfaction or pleasure a person derives from consuming a specific quantity of goods or services.

Risk-Averse

Describes individuals who choose to reduce risk when that reduction leaves the expected value of their income or wealth unchanged.

Income Curve

The income curve, in economics, typically relates to a graphical representation showing how a change in income affects consumption or purchasing patterns of individuals or households.