Matthew Overhears an Argument Where One Person Claims That Social

question 39

Multiple Choice

Matthew overhears an argument where one person claims that social behaviour is determined by the same biological patterns as those that determine people's eye colour. What is this position known as?

• A) behavioural archaeology
• B) evolutionary psychology
• C) sociometrics
• D) psychometrics

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Consumer Surplus

The difference between the total amount consumers are willing to pay for a good or service and the total amount they actually pay.

Producer Surplus

The difference between what producers are willing to accept for a good versus what they actually receive, evidencing economic benefit.

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