Which of the Following Is Assumed to Be the Most

question 146

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is assumed to be the most important motivation for producers?

• A) The desire to minimize external costs.
• B) The desire to maximize economic profits.
• C) The desire to minimize social costs above private costs.
• D) The desire to maximize social benefits and private revenues at the same time. The basic incentive for producing goods and services is the expectation of profit.

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Definitions:

Cognitive-behavioral Explanation

An approach that combines cognitive and behavioral techniques to treat psychological disorders, emphasizing the role of thoughts and behaviors in the development and maintenance of problems.

Panic Attack

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DSM-5 Diagnostic Criteria

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Generalized Anxiety Disorder

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