An Item Has Utility for a Consumer If It

question 59

Multiple Choice

An item has utility for a consumer if it

• A)is scarce.
• B)has a high price.
• C)is something everyone else wants.
• D)generates enjoyment or satisfaction.

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Definitions:

Isomaltose

A disaccharide consisting of two glucose molecules linked together, often produced during the digestion of starch.

Secretin

Secretin is a hormone produced by the S cells of the duodenum that stimulates the pancreas to release bicarbonate-rich fluids, aiding in the neutralization of stomach acid in the small intestine.

Small Intestine

A part of the gastrointestinal tract between the stomach and the large intestine that is responsible for most of the digestion and absorption of nutrients.

Cholecystokinin

A hormone released by the small intestine in response to the ingestion of fats, playing a critical role in digestion by stimulating the gallbladder to release bile.