The Thirst Mechanism Is Invoked When

question 178

Multiple Choice

The thirst mechanism is invoked when

• A) the plasma osmolarity increases.
• B) the plasma osmolarity decreases.
• C) hypothalamic osmoreceptors are activated.
• D) both (a) and (b) above.
• E) both (a) and (c) above.

---

Definitions:

Average Operating Assets

The average value of the assets that are used in the normal course of business operations, calculated over a specific period.

Return On Investment

A performance measure used to evaluate the efficiency or profitability of an investment, expressed as a percentage of the investment's gain relative to its cost.

Minimum Required Rate

The lowest acceptable rate of return on an investment, often used in capital budgeting to assess the feasibility of projects.

Total Sales

The aggregate revenue generated from the sale of goods or services over a specific period.