Pat Has 4 Hours to Spend Either Studying for a Test

question 103

Multiple Choice

Pat has 4 hours to spend either studying for a test or playing a new video game. If Pat spends all of that time studying, Pat can score a 92 on the test. If Pat plays for 1 hour, Pat's test score falls 5 points. For playing a second hour, Pat's score falls by another 7 points. Playing for a third hour will lower Pat's score by another 10 points. Refer to the information above. The opportunity cost of the 2^nd hour of playing the video game is:

• A) 10 points on the test.
• B) 5 points on the test.
• C) 7 points on the test.
• D) 2.5 points on the test.

---

Definitions:

Validity

The extent to which a concept, conclusion, or measurement is well-founded and likely corresponds accurately to the real world.

School Achievement

The level of academic success or performance of a student in a formal educational setting.

Career Attainment

The process of achieving success and advancement in one's professional life.

Conventional Moral Reasoning

A stage of moral development where individuals make decisions based on social norms and the expectations of others, typically occurring during adolescence.