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What characterizes a pure monopoly?
What characterizes a pure monopoly?
- Many sellers offering similar products
- Sellers differentiating their goods
- Single seller with no competition (correct)
- Significant price influence by multiple competitors
Which of the following is a characteristic of an oligopoly?
Which of the following is a characteristic of an oligopoly?
- Significant control by a few companies (correct)
- High number of sellers
- Complete price control by individual firms
- Low capital requirements
In which market structure do sellers ignore the impact of their own prices on competition?
In which market structure do sellers ignore the impact of their own prices on competition?
- Perfect competition
- Duopoly
- Pure monopoly
- Monopolistic competition (correct)
Which statement accurately describes the characteristics of perfect competition?
Which statement accurately describes the characteristics of perfect competition?
What is a common outcome of a market with strong competition and capital requirements?
What is a common outcome of a market with strong competition and capital requirements?
What is one way the government can promote economic efficiency?
What is one way the government can promote economic efficiency?
What denotes inequitable distribution of income?
What denotes inequitable distribution of income?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of monopolistic competition?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of monopolistic competition?
What is a key characteristic of capitalism?
What is a key characteristic of capitalism?
In which economic system is the means of production regulated by the community?
In which economic system is the means of production regulated by the community?
What describes perfect competition in a market?
What describes perfect competition in a market?
Which of the following is NOT a motive for engaging in business?
Which of the following is NOT a motive for engaging in business?
Which aspect does NOT define the economy of a system?
Which aspect does NOT define the economy of a system?
What represents the self-interest component of capitalism?
What represents the self-interest component of capitalism?
Which feature is primarily associated with socialism?
Which feature is primarily associated with socialism?
What is typically NOT a feature of a market economic model?
What is typically NOT a feature of a market economic model?
What is identified as the foundation of the business management process?
What is identified as the foundation of the business management process?
Which of the following components is essential for acquiring raw materials?
Which of the following components is essential for acquiring raw materials?
What is the primary role of manpower in an organization?
What is the primary role of manpower in an organization?
What does the term 'methods' refer to in the context of business management?
What does the term 'methods' refer to in the context of business management?
Which M of business management emphasizes the importance of technology in production?
Which M of business management emphasizes the importance of technology in production?
How are the materials described in the context of business management?
How are the materials described in the context of business management?
Which of the following is necessary for the successful management of an organization?
Which of the following is necessary for the successful management of an organization?
Why is capital necessary for a business?
Why is capital necessary for a business?
What does devolution specifically refer to in the context of government?
What does devolution specifically refer to in the context of government?
Which of the following best describes deregulation?
Which of the following best describes deregulation?
What is the primary aim of decentralization within an organization?
What is the primary aim of decentralization within an organization?
Which component is NOT part of the growth summary of the Medium Term Philippine Development Plan?
Which component is NOT part of the growth summary of the Medium Term Philippine Development Plan?
What does 'giving people a stake in development' imply in the context of the MTDP?
What does 'giving people a stake in development' imply in the context of the MTDP?
What is the primary focus of occupational safety and health?
What is the primary focus of occupational safety and health?
Which of the following statements about fair labor practices in the Philippines is correct?
Which of the following statements about fair labor practices in the Philippines is correct?
What does consumer protection aim to achieve?
What does consumer protection aim to achieve?
The conservation movement primarily advocates for which of the following?
The conservation movement primarily advocates for which of the following?
Economic security can be defined as:
Economic security can be defined as:
What was the goal of the Medium-Term Philippine Development Plan (MTPDP) 1993-1998?
What was the goal of the Medium-Term Philippine Development Plan (MTPDP) 1993-1998?
An egalitarian social welfare function is characterized by which of the following?
An egalitarian social welfare function is characterized by which of the following?
Which initiative relates closely to workplace health promotion in the field of occupational safety and health?
Which initiative relates closely to workplace health promotion in the field of occupational safety and health?
Study Notes
Business and Governance
- The lecture discusses the business and governance aspects of government.
- The lecture defines the 5 M's of business, including money, manpower, materials, machines and methods.
- Manpower is a crucial asset as it handles the organization's operations.
- Methods are the standard ways to perform tasks.
- The lecture lists reasons for engaging in business, including financial independence, flexibility, job security and pursuing passions.
Economic Systems
- There are four different types of economic systems: Capitalism, Socialism, Mixed Economy, and Traditional Economy.
- Capitalism is based on private ownership, free competition, and profit incentives.
- Socialism, on the other hand, advocates for collective ownership, where the whole community owns the means of production.
Market Models
- Market models define different types of competition within a market.
- Perfect Competition: Many small companies selling similar products with no price influence and free entry and exit.
- Monopolistic competition: Sellers try to differentiate their goods in terms of quality and branding.
- Pure Monopoly: A market structure where a single seller dominates and has no competition.
- Oligopoly: A few major companies control the majority of the market share.
Role of Government
- The government plays a critical role in business operations by promoting economic growth, ensuring a fair distribution of income, and providing social security.
- The government regulates five major areas of business:
- Occupational safety and health: Maintaining safety for employees at workplaces.
- Fair labor practices: Paying minimum wages and ensuring compliance with labor laws.
- Consumer protection: Safeguarding consumers from unfair practices in the marketplace.
- Environmental protections: Protecting the environment and ensuring sustainable practices.
- Economic security: Providing financial security and supporting a stable standard of living.
Medium Term Philippine Development Plan (MTDP) 1993-1998
- This plan aimed to achieve full industrialization by the year 2000 and improve quality of life.
- Key elements:
- Devolution: Transfer of power to lower levels of government.
- Deregulation: Reduction or removal of government regulations.
- Decentralization: Distribution of planning and decision-making away from a central location.
MTDP Growth Summary
- Key goals of MTDP
- Commitment to a market-driven economy.
- Empowering people through development programs.
- Industrializing the agricultural sector.
- Developing an educated workforce and citizens.
- Building infrastructure.
- Fostering exporting industries.
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This quiz covers the fundamental aspects of business and governance, including the essential 5 M's: money, manpower, materials, machines, and methods. Additionally, it explores various economic systems like capitalism and socialism, along with different market models. Test your understanding of these key concepts in business economics!
