Which of the Following Is the Best Example of an Intermediate

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best example of an intermediate good?

• A) a new fighter jet purchased by the federal government
• B) tires purchased by an automobile manufacturer for installation on new cars
• C) a new saw purchased by a carpenter
• D) screwdrivers purchased by a homeowner for home repairs
• E) aprons purchased by restaurant chefs

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Definitions:

Stimulus-Independent Thoughts

Refers to thoughts and mental imagery not directly triggered by external stimuli, representing an internal stream of consciousness.

Central Executive

A part of working memory model that coordinates the activities of the two subsystems, the phonological loop and the visuo-spatial sketchpad, and integrates information from the episodic buffer.

Working Memory Capacity

The amount of information that can be held and manipulated in working memory, a key factor in cognitive processes such as reasoning, comprehension, and learning.

Phonological Loop

A component of working memory model involving the temporary storage and manipulation of verbal and auditory information.