Economic Systems Overview
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It is based on the equitable distribution of wealth among a nation's citizens and common ownership of all property.

  • Credentialism
  • Socialism (correct)
  • Communism
  • Capitalism

Individuals can own personal property but all industrial and production capacity is communally owned and managed by a democratically elected government.

  • Communism
  • Credentialism
  • Capitalism
  • Socialism (correct)

Private ownership of economic resources and property is actively encouraged with little to no government intervention.

  • Socialism
  • Capitalism (correct)
  • Communism
  • Credentialism

All economic resources are publicly owned and controlled by the government. Individuals hold no personal property or assets.

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There exists a distinct class whose standing in society is measured by the material wealth in their possession.

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Class is abolished. The chances of one worker earning more than the other are nonexistent.

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The welfare system is available only to those who have the wealth to pay for their services.

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The state will be for the welfare of everyone in the society without any discrimination.

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The result of competition is unequal economic class.

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Result of competition is economic equality.

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Communism Definition

A political and economic system advocating a classless society with common ownership of the means of production and equitable distribution of wealth.

Capitalism Definition

An economic system where private individuals and businesses own and control economic resources, with limited government intervention.

Socialism Definition

An economic system where the means of production is commonly owned and controlled, often involving democratically elected government management and a greater role of the state in social welfare.

Communism Economic Control

In a communist system, all economic resources are publicly owned and controlled by the government.

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Capitalism Economic Inequality

Competition in a capitalist system often leads to unequal distribution of wealth and a distinct class system.

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Communism Economic Equality Goal

Equality in outcomes and opportunities. No worker should earn more than another.

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Socialism Welfare System

Government may provide a welfare system to support citizens.

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Socialism & Inequality

A potential result of the collective effort to ensure economic parity.

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Study Notes

Economic Systems

  • Communism: Equitable distribution of wealth, common ownership of all property.
  • Socialism: Individuals own personal property, but industrial and production capacity is owned communally and managed by elected government.
  • Capitalism: Private ownership of resources and property is encouraged with limited government intervention.
  • Credentialism: Not an economic system, but a system where a person's social standing is measured by material wealth.

Ownership and Control of Resources

  • Communism: All economic resources are publicly owned and controlled by the government; individuals hold no personal property.
  • Capitalism: Private ownership of economic resources and property is encouraged.
  • Socialism: A blend; economic resources are publicly owned and controlled by the government.

Economic Classes

  • Capitalism: A distinct class exists whose standing in society is determined by their material wealth.
  • Communism: Class is abolished; difference in earnings among workers is eliminated.
  • Socialism: No mention of class in this passage.

Welfare Systems

  • Capitalism: Welfare systems are available only to those who can afford to pay.
  • Communism: The state provides welfare for everyone without discrimination.
  • Socialism: No mention in this passage.

Competition Outcomes

  • Capitalism: Competition results in unequal economic classes.
  • Socialism: Competition results in economic equality.

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This quiz explores the fundamental concepts of various economic systems, including communism, socialism, and capitalism. You'll learn about ownership, control of resources, and the implications of each system on societal structure and economic classes. Perfect for students looking to understand the contrasts between these systems.

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