There Are Three Possible Fates for the Universe: 1)eternal Expansion;

question 70

Multiple Choice

There are three possible fates for the universe: 1) eternal expansion; 2) total collapse; or 3) some equilibrium condition with no further motion.What conditions might favor one result over the other?

• A)Critical velocity-is there enough momentum to continue expansion forever?
• B)Critical density-is there enough mass in the universe to cause gravitational collapse?
• C)Critical energy-is there enough energy in the universe to maintain either expansion or collapse?
• D)Critical volume-is the universe large enough for unlimited expansion?

---

Definitions:

Interest Rates

The cost of borrowing money or the return for investing money, typically expressed as a percentage of the principal amount.

Multiplier Effect

The proportional amount of increase in final income that results from an injection of spending.

Reserve Requirement

The minimum amount of reserves that banks must hold against deposits, as mandated by central banking authorities to ensure bank liquidity.

Federal Reserve

The central banking system of the United States, responsible for monetary policy, financial regulation, and stability.