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What is the main lesson taught by the Broken Window Fallacy?

  • Breaking windows stimulates economic growth
  • The destruction of property decreases economic activity (correct)
  • Replacing broken windows leads to long-term wealth creation
  • Spending on repairs creates jobs without any negative impact

    • In the context of Net Employment, what is the primary concern regarding government interventions?

  • Government policies often disregard the importance of labor market dynamics (correct)
  • Government actions always boost employment levels in the short term
  • Government initiatives are solely focused on maximizing job creation
  • Government interventions always lead to job losses

    • What is the central message of 'Economics in One Lesson' by Henry Hazlitt?

  • Government intervention is always necessary to correct market failures
  • Economic theories should be based on complex mathematical models
  • The unseen effects of economic actions are often overlooked (correct)
  • Economic policies should prioritize short-term gains over long-term benefits

    • How does the Broken Window Fallacy relate to the concept of opportunity cost?

    <p>The fallacy underestimates the value of lost opportunities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Net Employment analysis, what could be a consequence of overly protective labor laws?

    <p>Reduced flexibility leading to job losses and decreased hiring</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key principle highlighted in 'Economics in One Lesson' regarding government interventions?

    <p>Policies should consider both their immediate effects and their broader long-term impacts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Economics in One Lesson' cautions against focusing only on what is ___________.

    <p><em>visible</em></p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Economics in One Lesson' advocates for policymakers to consider the ________ and ________ effects of their decisions.

    <p><em>long-term</em>, <em>indirect</em></p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Economics in One Lesson' suggests that looking at economic decisions from a ________ perspective can reveal hidden impacts.

    <p><em>broader</em></p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does 'Economics in One Lesson' view the role of government in economic affairs?

    <p>Government actions often cause unintended consequences that are overlooked.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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