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What does the phrase 'thinking at the margin' imply in economic decision-making?
What does the phrase 'thinking at the margin' imply in economic decision-making?
Which of the following concepts is crucial for understanding the value of choices in economics?
Which of the following concepts is crucial for understanding the value of choices in economics?
According to the pie chart, how much time do people spend on hobbies and entertainment?
According to the pie chart, how much time do people spend on hobbies and entertainment?
In the context of rational decision-making, what role does the concept of opportunity cost play?
In the context of rational decision-making, what role does the concept of opportunity cost play?
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What percentage of their lives do people typically spend developing skills and talents according to the pie chart?
What percentage of their lives do people typically spend developing skills and talents according to the pie chart?
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What defines 'Kapdal' in the context of production?
What defines 'Kapdal' in the context of production?
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Which of the following best describes 'STUHAN'?
Which of the following best describes 'STUHAN'?
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What is the primary issue described by 'KAKAPUSAN'?
What is the primary issue described by 'KAKAPUSAN'?
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How does 'Kapdal' contribute to the production process?
How does 'Kapdal' contribute to the production process?
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Which statement is not true regarding 'KAKAPUSAN'?
Which statement is not true regarding 'KAKAPUSAN'?
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What does the term 'economics' primarily focus on?
What does the term 'economics' primarily focus on?
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What is the primary difference between renewable and non-renewable resources?
What is the primary difference between renewable and non-renewable resources?
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Which of the following best explains 'unlimited wants' in the context of economics?
Which of the following best explains 'unlimited wants' in the context of economics?
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Which of the following correctly identifies the origin of the word 'economics'?
Which of the following correctly identifies the origin of the word 'economics'?
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How do social sciences relate to the study of economics?
How do social sciences relate to the study of economics?
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What does the term 'trade-off' refer to in economics?
What does the term 'trade-off' refer to in economics?
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What does opportunity cost represent?
What does opportunity cost represent?
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Which of the following best describes an incentive?
Which of the following best describes an incentive?
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What is marginal thinking primarily concerned with?
What is marginal thinking primarily concerned with?
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In the context of decision-making, what is a common example of opportunity cost?
In the context of decision-making, what is a common example of opportunity cost?
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Study Notes
Economics
- Branch of Social Science focused on addressing unlimited human needs and wants with limited resources.
- Derives from Greek words "oikos" (house) and "nomos" (management).
Social Science
- Investigates society and human behavior scientifically.
Key Concepts
- Unlimited Wants: Human needs and desires have no limit.
- Limited Resources: Resources available to satisfy wants are finite.
- Renewable Resources: Quick-replenishing resources like land and raw materials.
- Non-Renewable Resources: Resources that are quickly exhausted, not easily replenished.
Kapdal
- Refers to human-made resources that enhance product quality and productivity (e.g., machinery, materials).
STUHAN
- Represents desires leading to essential needs fulfillment, contributing to human satisfaction beyond basic needs like food, clothing, shelter, and medicine.
KAKAPUSAN
- Economic issue regarding the perpetual need against limited natural resources.
Important Economic Concepts
- Trade-off: Choosing one item over another, sacrificing one for another (e.g., studying vs. playing).
- Opportunity Cost: Value of the foregone best alternative when making decisions (e.g., walking to school vs. taking a jeep).
Incentives
- Motivating factors or experiences influencing choices regarding goods or services (e.g., receiving a cellphone for good grades).
- Companies often use promotions like buy-one-get-one offers.
Marginal Thinking
- Evaluating additional benefits or costs associated with each choice.
- Essential for rational decision-making.
Rational People Think at the Margin
- Involves considering extra benefits or costs in decision-making processes.
Tradeoffs
- Concepts of trade-offs, opportunity cost, incentives, and marginal thinking aid in informed decision-making.
- Understanding values of choices relative to their costs fosters rational decisions across life areas.
Time Allocation
- Pie chart illustrates time spent on various activities:
- Hobbies and entertainment: 30%
- Skill and talent development: 20%
- Rest: 15%
- Helping relatives: 25%
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Description
This quiz explores the fundamentals of economics as a branch of social science. It delves into the concepts of unlimited wants and limited resources, explaining how these elements interact in society. Understand the definitions and significance of economics in managing society's needs.
