History of Economics: From Oikonomos to Adam Smith

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What is the primary focus of classical economics according to Adam Smith?

  • Management of wealth within families
  • Study of human behavior in everyday life
  • Production and distribution of wealth (correct)
  • Exploration of human welfare through economic science

How did Alfred Marshall define economics in relation to human life?

  • Study of human behavior as a relationship between ends and scarce resources
  • Consideration of human welfare beyond monetary measurements (correct)
  • Focus on management of wealth within families
  • Exploration of why some countries are rich while others are poor

According to Lionel Robbins, what is the key aspect in the study of economics?

  • Understanding human behavior in the context of scarcity (correct)
  • Consideration of unlimited wants and satisfactions
  • Measurement of human welfare through monetary values
  • Exploration of the production and distribution of wealth

In economics, what is meant by 'needs'?

<p>Basic requirements essential for human survival (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Alfred Marshall describe economics in relation to everyday human activity?

<p>An emphasis on human interaction and involvement (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of scarcity in Lionel Robbins' view of economics?

<p>Studying human behavior in light of limited resources with alternative uses (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of equity in economics?

<p>Achieving fairness and greater outcomes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which economic goal emphasizes the importance of a strong macroeconomic foundation?

<p>Stability (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Positive Economics focus on?

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Which type of economics answers the question 'what should be'?

<p>Normative Economics (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Economic Model use to represent economic theories?

<p>Mathematical equations and graphs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which goal refers to the ability to produce a desired result with the least cost possible?

<p>Efficiency and Full Employment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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