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What characterizes a market economy?
What characterizes a market economy?
In which type of economy does the government make major decisions?
In which type of economy does the government make major decisions?
What is one advantage of privatization for the government?
What is one advantage of privatization for the government?
Which of the following is a disadvantage of privatization?
Which of the following is a disadvantage of privatization?
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In a mixed economy, how are economic decisions made?
In a mixed economy, how are economic decisions made?
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Study Notes
Types of Economic Systems
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Market Economy: Economic decisions are made by buyers and sellers interacting without government intervention. Examples include capitalist countries.
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Planned or Commanded Economy: The government controls major economic decisions. Examples include communist countries like North Korea and Russia.
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Mixed Economy: Economic decisions are made by both private and public sectors.
Privatisation
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Definition: Transferring a business from public to private ownership.
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Advantages for the Government:
- Saves money for other government-funded businesses.
- Increases tax revenue.
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Advantages for Citizens:
- Competition reduces costs for consumers.
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Disadvantages:
- Potential for unequal distribution of wealth.
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Additional Note: Higher quality goods and services can come with a higher price for consumers.
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Explore the various types of economic systems, including market, planned, and mixed economies. Additionally, delve into the concept of privatization, its advantages and disadvantages for both the government and citizens. This quiz will challenge your understanding of these essential economic concepts.
