Which of the Following Statements Best Captures the Difference in Meaning

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best captures the difference in meaning between "temperament" and "traits"?

• A) Temperament is highly heritable whereas traits show low heritability
• B) Childhood traits develop gradually into adult temperaments
• C) Temperament refers to negative interaction patterns whereas traits usually are couched in positive, prosocial terms
• D) Temperament refers to broad and stylistic features of behavior that are assumed to be part of native endowment whereas traits are more socially and cognitively elaborated

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Definitions:

Deflationary

Pertains to a period when the general price levels in an economy are falling, which can increase the real value of money.

Tariffs

Taxes imposed by a government on imported goods, often used to protect domestic industries and regulate trade balances.

Comparative Advantage

The ability of an individual or group to carry out a particular economic activity (such as making a specific product) more efficiently than another activity.

Absolute Advantage

The ability of a country, individual, or firm to produce more of a good or service with the same amount of resources compared to others.