Employment and Economic Activities Quiz

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What distinguishes a profession from other occupations?

  • Professions prioritize specialized skills and knowledge. (correct)
  • Professions do not focus on service.
  • Professions have no formal entry standards.
  • Professions require minimal training.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of employment?

  • Employees receive payment regularly.
  • Employees are independent contractors. (correct)
  • A legally binding employer-employee relationship exists.
  • There are specific terms and conditions.

What defines the relationship between an employee and an employer?

  • Shared responsibilities
  • Informal agreement
  • A contract (correct)
  • Mutual personal interests

Which of the following best describes continuous economic activities?

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Which of the following is NOT a common term included in the conditions of employment?

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What is one of the main roles of professional associations within professions?

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What is one primary objective of employment?

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Which activity is an example of employment?

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How is employee compensation typically determined?

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Which statement about job requirements is true?

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Which of the following activities is classified as an economic activity?

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What is the main purpose of non-economic activities?

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Which scenario illustrates an economic activity?

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What differentiates economic activities from non-economic activities?

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Which of the following statements is true regarding economic activities?

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Which of the following is required to start a business?

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What is the primary motive behind a profession?

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Which of the following options is true regarding capital investment?

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What type of activities are motivated by personal satisfaction rather than economic gain?

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Which of the following is NOT a utility created by business activities?

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In which scenario is there a risk of loss?

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Which of the following exemplifies an economic activity?

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What is the primary motivation behind economic activities?

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What is the main outcome of business activities?

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Which of the following is considered a non-economic activity?

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Which statement best reflects the concept of business?

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What differentiates employment from a profession?

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Which of the following outcomes is associated with economic activities?

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Flashcards

Economic Activity

An activity done to earn money for living

Non-Economic Activity

An activity done for enjoyment, not for money.

Purpose of Economic Activities

These activities, though serving the similar purpose, may have various end results as driven by different objectives

Employment Definition

Working for another person or company, with agreed-upon terms and conditions.

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Employment Contract

Formal or informal agreement that outlines terms of employment.

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Salary/Wage

Compensation for work, often set in advance and may increase.

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Compensation Structure

System for setting employee pay based upon hours/duration & responsibilities.

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Employee Rights

Legal protections and benefits given to workers.

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Skill-based Employment

Jobs requiring specific skills or education.

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Secure Income

Consistent pay or wages from employment.

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Business

A commercial activity involving production or buying and selling goods/services for profit.

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Profession

A job requiring specialized knowledge and training, often with membership in a professional body.

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Employment

A job performed under a contractual agreement with an employer.

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Economic Activity

An activity undertaken for financial gain, creating utilities like form, time, and place.

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Non-Economic Activity

An activity performed for personal satisfaction, fulfilling needs, or fulfilling obligations outside of financial gain.

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Economic Activity

An activity that produces or provides something of value, either as a one-time event or a regular practice.

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Form Utility

Changing raw materials into finished products, thereby enhancing value.

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Time Utility

Making goods available when consumers want them.

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Occupation

A regular economic activity, often considered a profession, employment, or business.

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Place Utility

Making goods available where consumers want them.

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Employment

A type of occupation where people work for an organization for a salary.

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Profession

A specialized occupation requiring specific skills, knowledge, and often a formal qualification.

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Employment - Terms and Conditions

Rules and guidelines that govern the duration, payment, and location of work.

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Employment - Payment

Compensation received for work, often daily or weekly, in an employment setting.

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Employment - Employer-Employee Relationship

A legal agreement between the employer and employee.

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Profession - Systematic Body of Knowledge

A framework of knowledge and understanding in a given profession, used to perform tasks.

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Profession - Entry Standards

Specific criteria required for entry into a profession, most often includes a formal qualification.

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Profession - Professional Associations

Groups or organizations representing professional members, influencing conduct.

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Profession - Service Orientation

Focus on providing services and care to people.

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Profession - Code of Conduct

A set of guidelines that dictate acceptable behavior within a professional field.

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Economic Activity

An activity motivated by the desire for financial gain.

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Non-Economic Activity

An activity performed for reasons other than financial gain, often for personal fulfillment or social reasons.

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Business (Core Concept)

Continuous production & distribution of goods/services to satisfy needs.

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Business Examples

Buying/selling goods, wholesaling, manufacturing, creating utilities (form, time, place).

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Employment vs. Profession

Employment is a contract with an employer, while a profession needs specific qualifications or experience.

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Unlimited Wants

Human beings continuously seek to fulfill various desires.

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Creating Utilities

Adding value to products or services by changing their form, time, or place.

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