Which of the Following Is an Example of a Meritocratic

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a meritocratic system?

• A)A prestigious university admits only those students who earn a very high grade point average.
• B)Students and seniors get 10 percent off of their purchases at a grocery store the first Tuesday of every month.
• C)At the beginning of the academic year,first year students are randomly assigned to tutorial groups.
• D)Matthew gets a summer job working for his aunt's landscaping company.

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Definitions:

Arteriosclerosis

A general term describing the thickening and hardening of the walls of the arteries, which can restrict blood flow to organs and tissues.

Aging Arteries

The process through which arteries become less flexible and more prone to plaque accumulation as one ages, often leading to cardiovascular diseases.

Tunica

Refers to a layer or covering of tissues in various organs, such as blood vessels (e.g., tunica intima, media, and adventitia).

Poiseuille's Law

A principle that describes the flow rate of a fluid through a cylindrical pipe, dependent on factors such as fluid viscosity, pressure difference, and pipe dimensions.