In Many Large U

question 33

Multiple Choice

In many large U.S.cities,taxicabs operate as near monopolies because of:

• A) patents.
• B) licenses.
• C) economies of scale.
• D) control of essential resources.

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Definitions:

Diurnal

Active during the day and resting at night, opposite to nocturnal.

Nocturnal

Nocturnal refers to animals or activities that occur during the night or in darkness, contrasting with diurnal organisms that are active during the day.

Crepuscular

Crepuscular animals are those that are active primarily during twilight, that is, at dawn and dusk, taking advantage of lower light conditions.

Aposematic Coloration

The conspicuous coloring of a poisonous or distasteful organism that enables potential predators to easily see and recognize it. Also called warning coloration. Compare with cryptic coloration.