When Cars Which Arrive at the Drive-Thru Window of McDonald's

question 20

Multiple Choice

When cars which arrive at the drive-thru window of McDonald's are counted to aid in the assignment of work schedules for workers at the restaurant,this is an example of:

• A)a contrived situation.
• B)an experiment.
• C)exploratory research.
• D)a natural situation.
• E)mystery shopping.

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Definitions:

Bananas

A common type of fruit that is elongated and curved, with soft flesh rich in starch covered by a rind, which may be green, yellow, or brown when ripe.

Utility Function

A mathematical representation of how a collection of goods and services maps onto a level of utility or satisfaction for an individual or household.

Marginal Rate of Substitution

The rate at which a consumer is willing to give up one good in exchange for another good while keeping their level of satisfaction unchanged.

Good X

A generic term for an economic good or commodity that can be used to satisfy wants or needs.