In Figure 8

question 46

Multiple Choice

In Figure 8.6b,why would generalists survive better than specialists?

• A) There are not enough data to determine this.
• B) Generalists can more efficiently handle toxins with high specificity.
• C) Generalists did not survive more than specialists.
• D) Specialists have likely evolved adaptations to deal with a specific compound, whereas generalists must have adaptations for an array of compounds.

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Definitions:

Saving

The portion of income not spent on current consumption but set aside for future use, often in a deposit account or as an investment.

Disposable Income

The sum of funds a family can use for expenditures and savings once income taxes are deducted.

APC

Average Propensity to Consume (APC) is a measure of the fraction of income spent on consumption rather than saving in an economy.

Disposable Income

Discretionary income for households to utilize in their saving and spending after the enforcement of income taxes.