If We Want to Know Only Whether or Not a Population

question 27

Multiple Choice

If we want to know only whether or not a population is getting larger or smaller, what variables do we need to know?

• A)births
• B)deaths
• C)immigration
• D)emigration

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Definitions:

Purely Rational Model

A decision-making perspective based on the assumption that individuals make choices that maximize benefits while minimizing costs, based on complete and accurate information.

Emotions

Complex psychological states that involve an experience, physiological response, and behavioral or expressive response.

Efficient

Achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.

Groupthink

A phenomenon where the desire for harmony or conformity within a decision-making group leads to irrational or dysfunctional decision-making outcomes.