Observed Changes in Drinking Patterns Suggest That in the Future

question 128

Multiple Choice

Observed changes in drinking patterns suggest that in the future ________

• A) the ratio of male to female problem drinkers will increase.
• B) the ratio of male to female problem drinkers will decrease.
• C) the proportion of blacks that are problem drinkers will increase.
• D) the proportion of blacks that are problem drinkers will decrease.

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Definitions:

Availability of Substitutes

The presence of alternative goods or services that consumers can switch to when prices rise or quality decreases, affecting market demand and competition.

Bus Service

A public or private system offering regular travel on established routes by buses for the transportation of individuals.

Bus Fares

The charges levied for traveling on a bus, typically based on the distance or zones traveled.

Revenues Dropped

A situation in which the total income generated by a business from its activities decreases compared to a previous period.