“rent seeking” is an example of a. violation of basic rights b. destruction of community c. economic inefficiency d. social justice e. government for private gain

Here is a quote from an npr news article: “on average, working-age adults were eating about 78 fewer calories per day in 2010, compared with five years earlier. the new report is based on data from the national health and nutrition examination survey, which collects details on eating habits and other health-related information from a nationally representative sample of about 10,000 people in the u.s.” which of the following is true about the numerical value 78? a. it is an anecdote. b. it is a parameter. c. it is a simulation. d. it is a statistic.

Which of the following would be paid for with a state’s capital budget? a) lawmakers’ salaries b) a new bridge c) the salaries of state troopers d) education

What is a system where wealth and property are privately held and profit is the goal rather than providing for collective needs? a. capitalism b. socialism c. communism d. feudalism