The Chapter Begins by Introducing the Case of David, a Person

question 113

Multiple Choice

The chapter begins by introducing the case of David, a person with Capgras syndrome. The fact that David did not show any changes in electrodermal activity (EDA) when viewing pictures of people close to him suggests that

• A) there was significant damage to his frontal lobe
• B) there was a disconnect between his visual face perception areas and the emotional centers of the brain
• C) he was likely a sociopath
• D) he had a dissociative disorder

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Definitions:

Autonomous Consumption

The amount of consumption that occurs regardless of current income levels, reflecting basic spending needed to survive.

Saving

The portion of income not spent on consumption but kept aside for future use, which may be invested to generate wealth.

Disposable Income

The amount households can devote to saving and spending once income taxes have been factored in.

Savings

The portion of disposable income not spent on consumption of consumer goods but accumulated or invested.