In Pennsylvania, the Paxton Boys

question 76

Multiple Choice

In Pennsylvania, the Paxton Boys:

• A) killed and threatened peaceful Indians
• B) employed mob violence against British officials
• C) used vigilante justice against local criminals
• D) demanded that the governor reduce taxes
• E) tended to support British policy

Distinguish selection biases and their impact on the internal and external validity of a study.

Understand the principle of utility and its application in resolving the water-diamond paradox.

Calculate marginal and total utility from given data.

Understand and apply the concept of consumer surplus.

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