Economic Systems

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In a purely ______ economy, there is no government control.

market

Government controls production in a ______ economy.

command

______ ownership is a primary feature of a market economy.

Private

The government owning land and resources is a characteristic feature of a ______ economy.

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A ______ economy includes qualities from both command and market economies, blending private ownership with public services.

<p>mixed</p> Signup and view all the answers

An economic system determines how a society uses its ______.

<p>resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

Economic systems answer three key questions, including 'What to produce?', 'How to produce?', and 'For ______ to produce?'

<p>whom</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a traditional economy, resources are allocated based on ______ and customs.

<p>tradition</p> Signup and view all the answers

A major disadvantage of a traditional economy is limited room for growth and ______.

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In a command economy, all land and resources are controlled by the ______.

<p>government</p> Signup and view all the answers

A significant drawback of command economies is that consumers typically do not have an ______ in production decisions.

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In a market economy, ______ and demand determine production and price levels.

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A notable disadvantage of market economies is that everyone's basic needs are not always ______.

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Flashcards

Market Economy

An economy with no government control where private individuals own resources.

Command Economy

An economy where the government controls production and owns land/resources.

Mixed Economy

Economy mixing market and command characteristics; private ownership with government oversight.

Price Determination (Mixed Economy)

Supply and demand determine prices.

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Government Intervention (Mixed Economy)

Government intervention to ensure fairness within an economy.

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Economic System

A system determining how a society allocates and utilizes its resources to produce goods and services.

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Three Fundamental Economic Questions

What goods/services to produce, how to produce them, and for whom to produce them for.

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Traditional Economy

An economy based on customs, traditions, and agriculture, often in rural, developing areas.

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Pros of a Traditional Economy

Stability, ease of understanding, and minimal resource wastage characterize it, but it lacks growth and technological advancement.

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Cons of a Traditional Economy

Slow development, limited technology, and no surplus

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Pros of a Command Economy

Low unemployment and basic needs met.

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Cons of a Command Economy

Lack of motivation to work hard and limited consumer choice.

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Study Notes

  • An economic system determines how a society uses its resources and provides goods and services.
  • It allows a society to make money based on its traditions and values.
  • Economic Systems exist to answer three fundamental questions:
    • What to produce?
    • How to produce?
    • For whom to produce?

Four Types of Economic Systems:

  • Traditional
  • Command
  • Market
  • Mixed

Traditional Economy

  • Based on tradition and customs.
  • It focuses on agriculture and is often found in rural areas of developing countries.
  • Goods are made based on the needs of the community.
  • Pros:
    • There is no competition between producers.
    • The system is easy to understand.
    • Few resources are wasted.
  • Cons:
    • There isn't much room for growth and development.
    • Limited technology is used.
    • There is no surplus of resources.

Command Economy

  • All land and resources are controlled by the government.
  • The government decides what is produced and sets the price of goods and services.
  • The needs of society are more important than individual needs.
  • Pros:
    • Low unemployment
    • Everyone's basic needs are met.
    • Very few social classes
  • Cons:
    • There is no incentive to work hard.
    • Consumers do not have any input.

Market Economy

  • There is no government control.
  • People can own private property.
  • Businesses are created and run by citizens.
  • Supply and demand determines production and price.
  • Supply is how much of a product is available and demand is how much of a product is needed or wanted.
  • Pros:
    • There is a variety of goods and services.
    • Consumers can buy whatever they want.
    • It involves technology and innovations.
  • Cons:
    • Everyone's basic needs are not met.
    • Wealth is not equal.

Mixed Economy

  • Mixed economies include qualities of command and market economies.
  • Businesses are privately owned.
  • Public services are controlled by the government.
  • Supply and demand determines the price of goods and services.
  • The government intervenes to keep things fair.
  • Pros:
    • Employment, education, and health care are provided by the government.
    • Consumers can buy whatever they want.
  • Cons:
    • High taxes are needed to provide public services.
    • Less effective than a market economy.

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