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What primarily determines a traditional economy?
What primarily determines a traditional economy?
In a command economy, who primarily decides what goods are produced?
In a command economy, who primarily decides what goods are produced?
What drives decision-making in a market economy?
What drives decision-making in a market economy?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of positive economics?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of positive economics?
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In a market economy, how do businesses typically price their goods?
In a market economy, how do businesses typically price their goods?
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Which measure reflects the overall economic output of a country?
Which measure reflects the overall economic output of a country?
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Which of these economies is characterized by barter and limited cash use?
Which of these economies is characterized by barter and limited cash use?
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What type of economy is described as having government control over investment and income?
What type of economy is described as having government control over investment and income?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of a command economy?
Which of the following is a characteristic of a command economy?
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Which type of economic system relies largely on customs and traditions to make economic decisions?
Which type of economic system relies largely on customs and traditions to make economic decisions?
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What does the term 'positive economics' refer to?
What does the term 'positive economics' refer to?
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In economic terms, which of the following best measures economic output?
In economic terms, which of the following best measures economic output?
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Which of the following is NOT a primary question of basic economic problems?
Which of the following is NOT a primary question of basic economic problems?
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Which economic system is characterized by private ownership and decentralized decision-making?
Which economic system is characterized by private ownership and decentralized decision-making?
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Which of the following statements is a normative economic statement?
Which of the following statements is a normative economic statement?
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In the context of labor, which type of income is typically associated with professionals?
In the context of labor, which type of income is typically associated with professionals?
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What does positive economics primarily focus on?
What does positive economics primarily focus on?
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Which of the following best describes normative economics?
Which of the following best describes normative economics?
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What is the primary focus of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) measurement?
What is the primary focus of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) measurement?
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How is Gross National Product (GNP) calculated in relation to GDP?
How is Gross National Product (GNP) calculated in relation to GDP?
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Which of the following is NOT included in the GDP calculation?
Which of the following is NOT included in the GDP calculation?
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Which of the following statements best represents a normative economic viewpoint?
Which of the following statements best represents a normative economic viewpoint?
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What would an economist refer to if they analyzed the impact of a new tax policy based on historical data?
What would an economist refer to if they analyzed the impact of a new tax policy based on historical data?
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Which expenditure component is not included in the equation for calculating GDP?
Which expenditure component is not included in the equation for calculating GDP?
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Study Notes
Economics Overview
- Positive Economics deals with "what is" and uses objective analysis to study economic theories.
- Normative Economics deals with "what should be" and incorporates value judgments and opinions about economic policies.
- Gross National Product (GNP) measures the market value of goods and services produced by a country's citizens, regardless of location.
- Gross Domestic Product (GDP) measures the market value of goods and services produced within a country's borders, regardless of ownership.
GNP/GDP Expenditure Approach
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GDP = C + I + G + (X – M)
- C - Household and individual consumption
- I - Investment
- G - Government expenditure
- X - Exports
- M - Imports
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GNP = GDP + NFIA (Net factor income from the rest of the world)
- NFIA - Difference between income earned abroad by residents and income earned domestically by non-residents.
Economic Systems
- Traditional Economy - Decisions are based on traditions and practices passed down through generations. Bartering is common.
- Command Economy - The government controls all aspects of the economy, including production, distribution, and pricing.
- Market Economy - Decisions are driven by supply and demand. Consumers and businesses make choices based on their individual preferences.
Factors of Production
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Land - Natural resources found in nature (e.g., soil, minerals, water).
- Rent/Lease - Payments for the use of land.
- Landlord/Tenant - Owner of the land/renter.
- Labor - Human effort and skills used in production.
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Capital - Man-made resources that increase work productivity (e.g., tools, machinery, buildings).
- Salary - Regular payment for white-collar jobs based on annual income.
- Wage - Payment for blue-collar jobs based on hours worked.
Branches of Economics
- Macroeconomics - Studies the overall performance of the economy (e.g., inflation, unemployment).
- Microeconomics - Studies the behavior of individual economic entities (e.g., consumers, producers, resource owners).
Basic Economic Problems
- What to produce and how many? (What goods and services are needed and in what quantities)
- How to produce? (What resources and technology will be used)
- For whom to produce? (Who will benefit from the goods and services)
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This quiz delves into key concepts in economics, focusing on Positive and Normative Economics, as well as the distinctions between Gross National Product (GNP) and Gross Domestic Product (GDP). You'll explore the expenditure approach for calculating GDP and how GNP is derived. Test your understanding of these fundamental economic principles!
