Purposeful Behavior Suggests That

question 280

Multiple Choice

Purposeful behavior suggests that

• A) everyone will make identical choices.
• B) resource availability exceeds economic wants.
• C) individuals may make different choices because of different desired outcomes.
• D) an individual's economic goals cannot involve trade-offs.

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Definitions:

Social Interference

The impact that the presence or actions of others have on an individual's behavior, which can hinder or facilitate performance.

Individualist

A person who prioritizes independence and self-reliance, often valuing personal goals and self-expression over collective goals.

Collectivist Groups

Societies or groups that prioritize the needs and goals of the group over the individual, emphasizing interdependence, cooperation, and communal values.

Conformity

The act of matching attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors to group norms, policies, or social pressures.