Engel's Law Quiz
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According to Engel's Law, what happens to the percentage of income spent on food purchases as household income rises?

  • It increases
  • It fluctuates
  • It remains constant
  • It decreases (correct)
  • What is the main implication of Engel's Law?

  • As income increases, spending on food becomes unpredictable
  • As income increases, spending on food remains constant
  • As income increases, spending on food decreases proportionally (correct)
  • As income increases, spending on food increases proportionally
  • What are some examples of expenditure categories that have grown since Engel's time?

  • Jewelry, clothing, and furniture
  • Books, music, and electronics
  • Automobiles, health insurance, and mobile phones (correct)
  • Utilities, groceries, and entertainment
  • What is the significance of Engel's Law in the context of economic and social policies?

    <p>It influences antipoverty programs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Engel's Law relate to financial security and affluence?

    <p>Spending on education may lead to greater financial security and affluence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Engel's Law, what happens to the percentage of income allocated for food purchases as household income rises?

    <p>It decreases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main implication of Engel's Law?

    <p>As income increases, more is spent on non-food items</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a category of expenditure that has grown since Engel's time?

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

    What is the underlying principle of Engel's Law in modern times?

    <p>Once food needs are met, money is spent on other things</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Engel's Law impact antipoverty programs?

    <p>It provides a foundational principle for them</p> Signup and view all the answers

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