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What characterizes a traditional economy?
What characterizes a traditional economy?
- Dependence on customs and traditions (correct)
- Emphasis on government control
- Reliance on supply and demand
- Focus on market-driven decisions
Which principle explains how prices are determined in a market economy?
Which principle explains how prices are determined in a market economy?
- Consumer Preferences
- Government Regulation
- Supply and Demand (correct)
- Equilibrium Price
Which of the following is NOT a reason why markets improve lives?
Which of the following is NOT a reason why markets improve lives?
- Increased consumer choice
- Fostering innovation
- Economic inequalities (correct)
- Higher production efficiencies
Which method is commonly used by governments to provide support to reduce economic inequalities?
Which method is commonly used by governments to provide support to reduce economic inequalities?
What defines a recession in economic terms?
What defines a recession in economic terms?
Which economic system allows for both government control and market-driven decisions?
Which economic system allows for both government control and market-driven decisions?
What is one of the primary purposes of government regulations in markets?
What is one of the primary purposes of government regulations in markets?
In what way do markets contribute to economic growth?
In what way do markets contribute to economic growth?
Which economic system relies heavily on traditional customs and practices for resource allocation?
Which economic system relies heavily on traditional customs and practices for resource allocation?
What is primarily meant by the 'equilibrium price' in market economics?
What is primarily meant by the 'equilibrium price' in market economics?
In which scenario would a government most likely impose taxes?
In which scenario would a government most likely impose taxes?
What is a potential downside of unregulated market economies?
What is a potential downside of unregulated market economies?
Which describes how mixed economies operate?
Which describes how mixed economies operate?
How do markets typically improve consumer choice?
How do markets typically improve consumer choice?
What role do incentives play in market economics?
What role do incentives play in market economics?
What is a common characteristic of a command economy?
What is a common characteristic of a command economy?
Flashcards
What are economic systems?
What are economic systems?
A framework societies use to allocate resources and distribute goods and services. There are four main types: traditional, command, market, and mixed.
Traditional Economy
Traditional Economy
Economic system where traditions, customs, and beliefs guide resource allocation. Often found in rural or undeveloped regions.
Command Economy
Command Economy
Economic system where the government controls resources and makes decisions. Examples include socialism and communism.
Market Economy
Market Economy
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Mixed Economy
Mixed Economy
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Equilibrium Price
Equilibrium Price
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Recession
Recession
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Government Intervention in Markets
Government Intervention in Markets
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Why do Governments Intervene in Markets?
Why do Governments Intervene in Markets?
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What is an Economy?
What is an Economy?
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What is a Monopoly?
What is a Monopoly?
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What is Competition?
What is Competition?
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How do Markets Improve our Lives?
How do Markets Improve our Lives?
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Study Notes
Economic Systems
- Economic systems are frameworks for allocating resources and distributing goods/services
- Traditional Economy: Relies on customs, traditions, and beliefs (rural/undeveloped areas)
- Command Economy: Government controls resources and decisions (e.g., socialism, communism)
- Market Economy: Driven by supply and demand with minimal government intervention
- Mixed Economy: Combines elements of command and market economies (e.g., most modern economies)
How Markets Work
- Markets involve interactions between buyers and sellers to exchange goods/services
- Supply and Demand: Prices determined by availability (supply) and consumer desire (demand)
- Equilibrium Price: The point where supply and demand meet
- Competition: Drives efficiency and innovation among producers
- Incentives: Motivate consumers and producers to make choices
Impact of Markets
- Markets improve lives through efficiency in resource allocation
- Consumers have greater choice in goods/services
- Competition encourages innovation and technological advancements
- Markets foster economic growth but can also lead to inequalities, exploitation, or environmental harm
Government Intervention
- Governments intervene in markets to address inefficiency, consumer protection, and fairness
- Common methods include: regulation, subsidies, taxes, public goods, and social welfare programs
- Governments aim to prevent monopolies and harmful practices
Economy Definition
- An economy is a system where individuals, businesses, and governments interact to produce, distribute, and consume goods/services
- Economies aim to meet societal needs and manage limited resources
Recession Definition
- A recession is a period of economic decline, typically defined by two consecutive quarters of negative GDP growth
- Recessionary periods are characterized by: high unemployment, reduced consumer spending, business closures, and government responses (e.g., stimulus measures like lowering interest rates or increasing spending)
- Recessionary periods can be signified by declining GDP.
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