In a Study of Mental Functioning Comparing Young Adults to Individuals

question 29

Multiple Choice

In a study of mental functioning comparing young adults to individuals in their sixties, a psychologist asks questions such as, "You are about to buy a new car, what factors will you have to consider?" What is the psychologist doing and what is he likely to find?

• A) The psychologist is using questions that tap fluid intelligence; the older group will perform at a higher level.
• B) The psychologist is using questions that tap wisdom; the two groups will not differ in their performance.
• C) The psychologist is using questions that tap wisdom; the young adults will outperform the older group.
• D) The psychologist is using questions designed to tap fluid intelligence; the two groups will not differ in their responses to these types of items.

Recognize the limitations and roles of government within a market system.

Understand the concept and implications of consumer sovereignty in a market economy.

Analyze the effects of trade restrictions on a nation's economy.

Understand how the market system responds to profits and losses.

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