Autism

question 58

Multiple Choice

Autism

• A) is due to environmental factors like family environment.
• B) has both genetic and environmental causes.
• C) is caused by exposure to chemical toxins during early development.
• D) is one of the most strongly genetic disorders in the DSM-IV.

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Definitions:

Optimal Quantity

The quantity that maximizes a firm or individual's net benefit, often determined through cost-benefit analysis.

Marginal Cost

The rise in expense associated with the production of an extra unit of a product or service.

Negative Externalities

The cost that affects a party who did not choose to incur that cost, often associated with production or consumption of goods and services, such as pollution.

Underallocated

Refers to a situation where resources are not enough or not effectively distributed for the production of goods and services, leading to inefficiencies.