The Term Metabolism Refers to

question 80

Multiple Choice

The term metabolism refers to

• A)the reactions in the body that synthesize proteins and nucleic acids.
• B)the reactions in the body that break down proteins and nucleic acids.
• C)all of the chemical reactions in a cell.
• D)the breakdown of glucose molecules to release energy.

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Definitions:

APC

It stands for Average Propensity to Consume, indicating the fraction of income that is spent on consumption rather than savings.

APS

Average Propensity to Save, which is the fraction of income that is saved rather than spent on consumption, calculated as savings divided by disposable income.

APC

Average Propensity to Consume, the ratio of total consumption to total disposable income, indicating how much income is spent on goods and services.

APS

Average Propensity to Save, a macroeconomic term that refers to the proportion of total income which is saved by households in an economy.