Democratization
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How can democratization be defined?

  • A process that moves a political system towards democracy (correct)
  • A process that moves a political system away from democracy
  • A process that has no impact on a political system
  • A process that keeps a political system stagnant
  • What is the goal of democratization?

  • To establish a non-democratic political system
  • To establish a full democracy (correct)
  • To establish an authoritarian regime
  • To establish a semi-democracy
  • Which one of these best defines utility?

  • The power of a commodity to satisfy human wants
  • The objective determination of a commodity's value
  • The relativity of a commodity's usefulness
  • The level of satisfaction or pleasure derived from the consumption of a good or service (correct)
  • What does democratization involve?

    <p>A transition from an authoritarian regime to a full democracy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of these is true about the relativity of utility?

    <p>The utility of a commodity is subjective to a person's needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of democratization?

    <p>Static process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of these is true about the utility of a product?

    <p>The utility of a product can vary at different places and times</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of these is NOT a point to bear in mind when defining utility?

    <p>The utility of a commodity is objectively determined</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of these is an example of the relativity of utility?

    <p>Non-smokers do not derive any utility from cigarettes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Understanding Democratization and the Concept of Utility

    • Democratization is a complex, long-term process that aims to transition a political system into democracy.
    • It involves progress towards a more rule-based, consensual, and participatory type of politics.
    • Democratization can be a transition from an authoritarian regime to a full democracy, a semi-democracy, or a semi-authoritarian political system.
    • Utility refers to the level of satisfaction or pleasure derived from the consumption of a good or service.
    • It is the power of a commodity to satisfy human wants.
    • The utility of a commodity is subjective and varies from person to person.
    • The same commodity can provide different utilities to different consumers.
    • The utility of a product can also vary based on location and time.
    • Bread has the power to satisfy hunger, while water quenches thirst.
    • Non-smokers do not derive any utility from cigarettes.
    • Understanding the concept of utility helps in analyzing consumer behavior and decision-making.
    • Relativity is an important aspect when considering utility.

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