Which of the Following Is Not an Example of a Derived

question 136

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not an example of a derived demand?

• A)Several of the animated films released between 1999 and 2001 failed to earn a profit, which caused some companies to stop making these films, thereby decreasing the demand for animators.
• B)Seth Bullock, a personal-injury attorney, complains that he is earning far less now than a few years ago largely because personal injury cases have been undercut by state laws limiting class-action suits and payouts on damages.
• C)Millicent Manning, the owner of a furniture store, is concerned that her sales have fallen for the past six months. She attributes this to the downturn in the real estate market.
• D)As advancements in medical technology increase the safety and success of laser eye surgery, the demand for opticians has decreased.

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Definitions:

Rorschach Inkblot Test

A mental assessment where the individuals' observations of inkblots are documented and examined through the lens of psychological analysis.

MMPI

A psychological assessment that measures personality structure and psychopathology, often used for clinical diagnosis; the initial version that preceded MMPI-2.

Mental Patients

Individuals receiving treatment for psychological disorders or conditions that affect their mood, thinking, and behavior.

Fundamental Attribution Error

A bias towards attributing others' actions to their personal qualities rather than considering the role of external circumstances.