Making Rational Decisions at the Margin Means That People

question 102

Multiple Choice

Making rational decisions at the margin means that people

• A)make those decisions that do not impose a marginal cost.
• B)evaluate how easily a decision can be reversed if problems arise.
• C)compare the marginal costs and marginal benefits of each decision.
• D)always calculate the dollar costs for each decision.

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Definitions:

Biological Emphasis

An approach focusing on the genetic, neurological, and physical aspects of behavior and mental processes.

Freudian Theory

A psychological framework developed by Sigmund Freud that emphasizes unconscious motivations and conflicts as drivers of human behavior.

Population Density

The measure of the number of individuals living per unit area, often used to understand how crowded an area is.

Aggressive

Exhibiting behavior characterized by hostility and intent to cause harm or assert dominance over others.