What Is the Potential Benefit for a Woman to Choose

question 32

Multiple Choice

What is the potential benefit for a woman to choose a mate who has a different major histocompatibility complex than themselves?

• A) Increased immune response for their offspring.
• B) Increased intellectual ability of the offspring.
• C) Greater chance of fertility.
• D) Greater chance for attracting a successful mate.
• E) Increased chance of producing multiple offspring.

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Definitions:

Inelastic Supply

A situation where the quantity supplied of a good or service does not change significantly in response to price changes.

Health Care

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Medical Services

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Marginal Tax Rate

The additional tax liability a person faces divided by his or her additional taxable income. It is the percentage of an extra dollar of income earned that must be paid in taxes. It is the marginal tax rate that is relevant in personal decision-making.