When People Are Considered Risk Averse, They

question 17

Multiple Choice

When people are considered risk averse, they:

• A)generally have a low willingness to take on risk.
• B)generally have a high willingness to take on risk.
• C)will only participate in low-risk activities.
• D)will never accept risk in any situation.

Understand the principle of utility and how it motivates consumer behavior.

Acknowledge the scientific method as a process of inquiry in economics.

Differentiate between normative and positive economics.

Appreciate the role of purposeful behavior in economic decision-making.

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