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What does GNI (Gross National Income) account for?

  • Income earned by the government only
  • All income earned by a country's residents, adjusting for income received from abroad (correct)
  • Only income earned within the country
  • Income earned by foreigners within the country

    • What is the formula for the multiplier in a simple two-sector model?

  • k = 1 / (1 - MPC) (correct)
  • k = 1 - MPC
  • k = MPC / (1 - MPC)
  • k = MPC

    • What is the phase of the business cycle characterized by an increase in economic activities?

  • Expansion (correct)
  • Contraction
  • Peak
  • Trough

    • What is the lowest point of the business cycle?

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

    What is an example of an exogenous factor influencing business cycles?

    <p>Natural disasters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theory suggests that business cycles are driven by external shocks and normal market processes will always tend toward equilibrium?

    <p>Classical and Neoclassical Theories</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary tool of monetary policy?

    <p>Interest rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of fiscal policy?

    <p>To stabilize economic activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the phase of the business cycle characterized by a decline in economic indicators?

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

    What is the term for the highest point of the business cycle?

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

    What is the primary objective of the New Economic Paradigm?

    <p>To smooth out the volatility in business cycles and achieve stable growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of demand-side policies?

    <p>Regulating aggregate demand through fiscal stimuli or monetary adjustments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of leading indicators in forecasting business cycles?

    <p>To predict future economic activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the public sector in the economy?

    <p>To provide essential services that are not profit-driven</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a challenge faced by the public sector in terms of efficiency?

    <p>Lack of clear performance metrics and accountability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) in the public sector?

    <p>To plan over a three-year period, allowing for more predictable and strategic allocation of resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of fiscal policy instruments in the economy?

    <p>To manage economic activity through taxation and government expenditure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an objective of the public sector in terms of economic growth?

    <p>To promote sustainable growth through various sectoral supports</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Laffer Curve in fiscal policy?

    <p>To show the relationship between taxation and economic growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a challenge faced by state-owned enterprises in the public sector?

    <p>Lack of competition and accountability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of directing government spending towards public goods and services?

    <p>To encourage economic growth and stability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Laffer Curve illustrate?

    <p>The relationship between tax rates and tax revenue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of price controls set below market equilibrium?

    <p>Shortage of goods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary argument in favor of protectionism?

    <p>Safeguarding jobs against foreign competition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a benefit of free trade according to the comparative advantage argument?

    <p>Nations can focus on the production of goods for which they have a comparative advantage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of South Africa's export promotion policies?

    <p>Encouraging local firms to export their goods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of information failure in the public sector?

    <p>Inefficient outcomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of import substitution policies?

    <p>Encouraging local production of goods that were previously imported</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of bureaucracy in the public sector?

    <p>Excessive bureaucracy stifling innovation and responsiveness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the public sector in South Africa?

    <p>Managing resources and providing services that are not suitable for private sector delivery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of the National Industrial Policy Framework (NIPF) in South Africa?

    <p>To guide the overall industrial strategy of South Africa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main objective of Industrial Policy Action Plans (IPAP)?

    <p>To detail specific actions to implement the National Industrial Policy Framework (NIPF)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of the Integrated Manufacturing Strategy (IMS)?

    <p>To enhance competitiveness in the manufacturing sector</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of Special Economic Zones (SEZs)?

    <p>To offer incentives to attract businesses and stimulate economic activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is economic diversification a key justification for South Africa's industrial policies?

    <p>To reduce dependence on traditional sectors like mining</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of South Africa's industrial strategies aligning with international best practices?

    <p>Focusing on sustainable industrial practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of Spatial Development Initiatives (SDIs)?

    <p>To promote regional development through infrastructure development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key challenge facing South Africa's industrial policies?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of evaluating the effectiveness of South Africa's industrial strategies?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of South Africa's economic and social indicators?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Consumer Price Index (CPI)?

    <p>To measure the average price change of goods and services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Employment Rate?

    <p>The proportion of the Economically Active Population that is employed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Repo Rate?

    <p>The rate at which the South African Reserve Bank lends money to commercial banks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary use of M1, M2, and M3?

    <p>To measure the liquidity available in the economy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of tracking Infant and Under-5 Mortality Rates?

    <p>To indicate the effectiveness of healthcare systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of tracking Population Growth?

    <p>To track changes in population size, which impacts demand for goods, services, and infrastructure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of tracking Housing Development?

    <p>To measure the government's ability to provide adequate housing, reflecting on economic stability and quality of life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of tracking Access to Basic Services?

    <p>To track the availability of essential services such as electricity, water, and sanitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of International Comparisons?

    <p>To compare South Africa's performance with that of other countries, highlighting areas of strength and those requiring improvement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary use of economic and social indicators?

    <p>To identify areas needing intervention and evaluate the impact of current policies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of Reconstruction and Development Programme (RDP) in South Africa?

    <p>To meet basic needs, develop human resources, and build the economy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between economic growth and economic development?

    <p>Economic growth refers to an increase in real GDP, while economic development includes improvements in standards of living</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main objective of the Export Promotion strategy?

    <p>To support domestic industries to increase their exports</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of the Accelerated and Shared Growth Initiative of South Africa (Asgi-SA)?

    <p>To target halving unemployment and poverty by improving average economic growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of the North/South divide?

    <p>A significant disparity exists between developed and developing countries in terms of income levels, economic stability, and access to resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of Supply-side Approach to Economic Growth?

    <p>Improving the quality of the labor force and accumulating capital goods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main goal of Import Substitution strategy?

    <p>To encourage domestic production and retain economic benefits within the country</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of South Africa's industrial policies?

    <p>To increase industrial activity, diversify the economy, and enhance regional development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between Growth, Employment and Redistribution (GEAR) and Reconstruction and Development Programme (RDP)?

    <p>GEAR focuses on market-led growth, while RDP focuses on meeting basic needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main goal of the Demand-side Approach to Economic Growth?

    <p>To increase government expenditure, redistribute income, and encourage import substitution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sector of the economy provides labor and resources?

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

    What is the main purpose of the Foreign Exchange Market?

    <p>To handle the trading of currencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of flow involves the movement of goods and services?

    <p>Real Flows</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is GDP an example of?

    <p>National Account Aggregate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which market deals in resources like labor and capital?

    <p>Factor Market</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the government in the circular flow model?

    <p>To collect taxes and inject spending into the economy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the multiplier effect related to?

    <p>The extent to which additional spending can amplify economic activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which market trades consumer goods and services?

    <p>Goods Market</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the multiplier effect in economics?

    <p>To measure the impact of initial spending on overall economic output</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the phase of the business cycle where economic indicators decline?

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

    What is the name of the theory that proposes business cycles are due to changes in aggregate demand?

    <p>Keynesian Theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary tool of monetary policy?

    <p>Interest rates and control of money supply</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the phase of the business cycle characterized by an increase in economic activities?

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

    What is the term for the highest point of the business cycle?

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

    What is the name of the theory that focuses on the role of technological innovation in causing business cycles?

    <p>Schumpeterian Theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of fiscal policy?

    <p>To stabilize economic activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the lowest point of the business cycle?

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

    What is the name of the model that focuses on household and firm interactions?

    <p>Two-Sector Model</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which economic indicator measures the average price change over time of goods and services purchased by households?

    <p>Consumer Price Index (CPI)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of tracking the Economically Active Population (EAP)?

    <p>To track the number of people available to supply labor for production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of tracking the Exchange Rate?

    <p>To track the value of the South African rand against other currencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of tracking the Terms of Trade?

    <p>To compare the rate of export prices to import prices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of tracking the Repo Rate?

    <p>To track the rate at which the South African Reserve Bank lends money to commercial banks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of tracking the Life Expectancy?

    <p>To track the overall health and longevity of the population</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of tracking the Enrolment Rates?

    <p>To track the percentage of eligible children attending schools</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of directing government spending towards public goods and services?

    <p>To encourage economic growth and stability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of tracking the Housing Development?

    <p>To track the government's ability to provide adequate housing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of International Comparisons?

    <p>To compare South Africa's performance internationally</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of price controls set below market equilibrium?

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

    What is the primary argument in favor of protectionism?

    <p>Protecting local businesses and jobs from foreign competition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary use of economic and social indicators?

    <p>To identify areas needing intervention and evaluate the impact of current policies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benefit of free trade according to the comparative advantage argument?

    <p>Specialization and economies of scale</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of South Africa's export promotion policies?

    <p>Increasing participation in the global market</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of information failure in the public sector?

    <p>Inefficient outcomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of import substitution policies?

    <p>Reducing dependency on imports</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key objective of the New Economic Paradigm?

    <p>To smooth out the volatility in business cycles and achieve stable growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary consequence of bureaucracy in the public sector?

    <p>Stifling innovation and responsiveness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of indicators confirm trends that are already in process?

    <p>Lagging indicators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the public sector in South Africa?

    <p>Managing resources and providing services that are not suitable for private sector delivery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the national government in the public sector?

    <p>To handle national affairs like defense and education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of the Laffer Curve?

    <p>To illustrate the relationship between tax rates and tax revenue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major challenge faced by state-owned enterprises in the public sector?

    <p>Inefficiency due to lack of competition and accountability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) in the public sector?

    <p>To plan for a three-year period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of taxation as a fiscal policy instrument?

    <p>To regulate aggregate demand</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the public sector in the economy?

    <p>To provide essential services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary challenge faced by the public sector in terms of efficiency?

    <p>Lack of clear performance metrics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of the public sector in terms of economic growth?

    <p>To promote sustainable growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Laffer Curve in fiscal policy?

    <p>To illustrate the relationship between taxation and economic growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the Reconstruction and Development Programme (RDP) in South Africa?

    <p>Meeting basic needs and developing human resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following approaches to economic growth focuses on improving the quality of the labor force and accumulating capital goods?

    <p>Supply-side approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of economic development, as opposed to economic growth?

    <p>An improvement in standards of living and income equity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of South Africa's industrial policies, such as the National Industrial Policy Framework (NIPF)?

    <p>Diversifying the economy and increasing industrial activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key challenge posed by the North/South divide in terms of economic development?

    <p>A significant disparity in income levels and economic stability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of the National Industrial Policy Framework (NIPF) in South Africa?

    <p>To guide the overall industrial strategy of South Africa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of the Accelerated and Shared Growth Initiative of South Africa (Asgi-SA)?

    <p>A target of halving unemployment and poverty by improving average economic growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of South Africa's trade protocols and relationships with major economies like China and the EU?

    <p>To facilitate both protectionist and free trade measures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key justification for South Africa's industrial policies?

    <p>Reducing dependence on traditional sectors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the Integrated Manufacturing Strategy (IMS)?

    <p>Enhancing competitiveness in the manufacturing sector</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of the Growth, Employment and Redistribution (GEAR) strategy in South Africa?

    <p>Aims at market-led growth, fiscal and monetary discipline, and enhancing investor confidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main objective of Industrial Policy Action Plans (IPAP)?

    <p>To detail specific actions to implement the NIPF</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of the New Growth Path (NGP) strategy in South Africa?

    <p>To focus on job creation and identifying job drivers like infrastructure and agriculture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of Special Economic Zones (SEZs)?

    <p>To offer incentives to attract businesses and stimulate economic activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of the evaluation of South Africa's economic growth and development strategies?

    <p>An evaluation of their effectiveness in reducing poverty, inequality, and unemployment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of South Africa's industrial strategies aligning with international best practices?

    <p>Ensuring that policy implementation is transparent and accountable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of Spatial Development Initiatives (SDIs)?

    <p>To target underdeveloped areas for infrastructure and industrial development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key challenge facing South Africa's industrial policies?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of evaluating the effectiveness of South Africa's industrial strategies?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of South Africa's economic and social indicators?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the foreign sector in the circular flow model?

    <p>To facilitate trade activities and exchange currencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the total economic output at market prices?

    <p>Gross Domestic Product</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which market facilitates the trading of currencies necessary for international trade?

    <p>Foreign Exchange Market</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of households in the circular flow model?

    <p>To provide labor and resources, receiving income</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the movement of goods and services in the circular flow model?

    <p>Real Flows</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the government in the circular flow model?

    <p>To collect taxes and inject spending into the economy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the financial transactions for goods and services in the circular flow model?

    <p>Money Flows</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of firms in the circular flow model?

    <p>To utilize labor and resources to produce goods and services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Producer Price Index (PPI) measure?

    <p>The average movement of selling prices from domestic production over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of the New Economic Paradigm?

    <p>To achieve stable growth without booms and busts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between the two-sector and three/four-sector models in the multiplier effect?

    <p>The inclusion of government and foreign transactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Economically Active Population (EAP)?

    <p>All persons within the working age group (15-65 years) available to supply labor for production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the Keynesian theory in explaining business cycles?

    <p>The changes in aggregate demand</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Repo Rate influence?

    <p>Other interest rates across the economy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of indicators confirm trends that are already in process?

    <p>Lagging indicators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does M1, M2, and M3 represent?

    <p>Various aggregates that include currency in circulation and different types of bank deposits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of monetary policy in the context of business cycles?

    <p>To stabilize economic activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of state-owned enterprises (SOEs) in the public sector?

    <p>To operate in the public interest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Infant and Under-5 Mortality Rates measure?

    <p>Indicators of the health environment and effectiveness of healthcare systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of the contraction phase of a business cycle?

    <p>A decline in economic indicators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a challenge faced by the public sector in terms of accountability?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) in the public sector?

    <p>To plan over a three-year period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Urbanisation Rate indicate?

    <p>The movement of the population towards urban areas, affecting economic development patterns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of government in the Keynesian theory?

    <p>To smooth out business cycles through fiscal and monetary policies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of International Comparisons?

    <p>To compare South Africa's performance with that of other countries, highlighting areas of strength and those requiring improvement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of fiscal policy instruments?

    <p>To adjust tax rates to manage economic activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of fiscal policy in the context of business cycles?

    <p>To stimulate demand and pull the economy out of a recession</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the Schumpeterian theory in explaining business cycles?

    <p>The role of technological innovation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary use of economic and social indicators?

    <p>To identify areas needing intervention and evaluate the impact of current policies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of the public sector in terms of income distribution?

    <p>To strive for economic equity through progressive taxation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Exchange Rate affect?

    <p>The competitiveness of trade</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a challenge faced by state-owned enterprises in the public sector?

    <p>Inefficiency due to lack of competition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of the peak point of a business cycle?

    <p>The highest point of economic activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of the public sector in terms of economic growth?

    <p>To promote sustainable growth through various sectoral supports</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of tracking Population Growth?

    <p>To track changes in population size, which impacts demand for goods, services, and infrastructure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between endogenous and exogenous factors influencing business cycles?

    <p>Endogenous factors arise from within the economic system, while exogenous factors are external influences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Laffer Curve in fiscal policy?

    <p>To illustrate the relationship between taxation and economic growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of understanding business cycles?

    <p>To plan and forecast in economic policy, business strategy, and investment decisions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Foreign Sector in the circular flow model?

    <p>To facilitate trade activities, including exports and imports</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of market deals in resources like labor and capital?

    <p>Factor Market</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is measured by the Gross Domestic Product (GDP)?

    <p>The total economic output at market prices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the distinction between Real Flows and Money Flows in the circular flow model?

    <p>Real Flows involve the movement of goods and services, while Money Flows involve the financial transactions for those goods and services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of households in the circular flow model?

    <p>To provide labor and resources, receiving income used for consumption, savings, and taxes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the Financial Market in the circular flow model?

    <p>To manage the flow of money, including savings and investments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of firms in the circular flow model?

    <p>To utilize labor and resources to produce goods and services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Government in the circular flow model?

    <p>To collect taxes and inject spending into the economy through public services and infrastructure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main objective of the New Economic Paradigm?

    <p>To smooth out the volatility in business cycles and achieve stable growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of indicators confirm trends that are already in process?

    <p>Lagging indicators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the public sector in the economy?

    <p>To provide essential services not driven by profit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a challenge faced by state-owned enterprises in the public sector?

    <p>Lack of competition and accountability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF)?

    <p>To allocate resources over a three-year period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary instrument of fiscal policy?

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

    What is the primary objective of demand-side policies?

    <p>To regulate aggregate demand through fiscal stimuli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of supply-side policies?

    <p>To increase productivity and efficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of forecasting business cycles?

    <p>To predict future economic trends</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of understanding business cycles?

    <p>To mitigate the adverse effects of downturns and capitalize on periods of growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for government intervention in the public sector?

    <p>To provide public goods and services that are not suitable for private sector delivery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Laffer Curve used to illustrate?

    <p>The relationship between tax rates and tax revenue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of price controls set below market equilibrium?

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

    What is the primary goal of South Africa's export promotion policies?

    <p>To increase participation in the global market</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key argument in favor of protectionism?

    <p>To protect emerging domestic industries from foreign competition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a benefit of free trade according to the comparative advantage argument?

    <p>Access to a wider variety of goods and services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the public sector in South Africa?

    <p>To provide public goods and services that are not suitable for private sector delivery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of information failure in the public sector?

    <p>Inefficient outcomes due to incomplete or inaccurate information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of import substitution policies?

    <p>To reduce dependency on imports by supporting the development of diverse local industries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of bureaucracy in the public sector?

    <p>Excessive bureaucracy can stifle innovation and responsiveness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the multiplier effect in economics?

    <p>To reveal how initial increases in spending lead to a more significant overall increase in economic output</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sector model includes government and foreign transactions?

    <p>Four-Sector Model</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of fiscal policy in times of economic downturn?

    <p>To increase government spending and reduce taxes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which business cycle phase is characterized by a decline in economic indicators?

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

    What is the name of the economic theory that proposes business cycles are driven by external shocks?

    <p>Classical and Neoclassical Theories</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the highest point of the business cycle?

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

    What is the purpose of monetary policy in times of economic boom?

    <p>To raise interest rates and curb inflation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the government in the economy, according to Keynesian Theory?

    <p>To stabilize economic activity through fiscal and monetary policies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the lowest point of the business cycle?

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

    What is the primary objective of business cycle analysis?

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    What does economic growth refer to?

    <p>An increase in a country's real GDP or real GDP per capita over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of the Reconstruction and Development Programme (RDP)?

    <p>Meeting basic needs, developing human resources, building the economy, and democratizing state and society</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of the Accelerated and Shared Growth Initiative of South Africa (Asgi-SA)?

    <p>Halving unemployment and poverty by improving average economic growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the disparity in income levels, economic stability, and access to resources between the developed 'North' and the developing 'South'?

    <p>North-South Divide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of South Africa's export promotion policies?

    <p>To support domestic industries and increase exports</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main objective of South Africa's industrial policies?

    <p>To promote economic growth and sustainable development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the state in South Africa's economy?

    <p>To provide public goods and services and regulate the economy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of import substitution policies?

    <p>To encourage domestic production and reduce imports</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of South Africa's economic and social indicators?

    <p>To track economic growth and development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of the New Growth Path (NGP) in South Africa?

    <p>To create jobs and improve economic indicators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which economic indicator measures the average price change of goods and services purchased by households?

    <p>Consumer Price Index (CPI)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Exchange Rate?

    <p>To affect trade competitiveness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which social indicator measures the overall health and longevity of the population?

    <p>Life Expectancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Terms of Trade?

    <p>To compare the rate of export prices to import prices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Repo Rate?

    <p>The rate at which the South African Reserve Bank lends money to commercial banks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of M1, M2, and M3?

    <p>To reflect the liquidity available in the economy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which social indicator tracks the percentage of eligible children attending schools?

    <p>Enrolment Rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of tracking Housing Development?

    <p>To reflect the government's ability to provide adequate housing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of International Comparisons?

    <p>To compare South Africa's performance with that of other countries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key use of economic and social indicators?

    <p>To identify areas needing intervention and evaluate the impact of current policies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of the National Industrial Policy Framework (NIPF) in South Africa?

    <p>To guide the overall industrial strategy of South Africa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of the Integrated Manufacturing Strategy (IMS)?

    <p>Enhancing competitiveness in the manufacturing sector</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of Special Economic Zones (SEZs)?

    <p>To offer incentives to attract businesses and stimulate economic activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is economic diversification a key justification for South Africa's industrial policies?

    <p>To reduce dependence on traditional sectors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of South Africa's industrial strategies aligning with international best practices?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of Spatial Development Initiatives (SDIs)?

    <p>To target underdeveloped areas for infrastructure and industrial development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key challenge facing South Africa's industrial policies?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of evaluating the effectiveness of South Africa's industrial strategies?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of South Africa's economic and social indicators?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of Industrial Policy Action Plans (IPAP)?

    <p>To detail specific actions to implement the NIPF</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In an open economy, what is the main function of the foreign sector?

    <p>To facilitate international trade</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the movement of goods and services in the circular flow model?

    <p>Real Flows</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which market manages the flow of money, including savings and investments?

    <p>Financial Market</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the total economic output at market prices?

    <p>Gross Domestic Product (GDP)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the circular flow model, what do households provide?

    <p>Labor and resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of firms in the circular flow model?

    <p>To utilize labor and resources to produce goods and services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which market trades consumer goods and services?

    <p>Goods Market</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the movement of financial transactions in the circular flow model?

    <p>Money Flows</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of GNI?

    <p>To account for all income earned by a country's residents, adjusting for income received from abroad</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of the New Economic Paradigm?

    <p>To smooth out the volatility in business cycles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of the Two-Sector Model?

    <p>Household and firm interactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of economic indicators confirm trends that are already in process?

    <p>Lagging indicators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the public sector in terms of essential services?

    <p>To provide structure and essential services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to economic indicators during the contraction phase of a business cycle?

    <p>They decline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Keynesian Theory's explanation for business cycles?

    <p>Changes in aggregate demand influenced by collective behavior of consumers and businesses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary challenge faced by the public sector in terms of efficiency?

    <p>Lack of clear performance metrics and accountability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF)?

    <p>To plan over a three-year period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary tool of monetary policy used to stabilize economic activity?

    <p>Interest rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of taxation as a fiscal policy instrument?

    <p>To manage economic activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of fiscal policy in times of economic downturn?

    <p>To increase government spending and reduce taxes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of an increase in the marginal propensity to consume (MPC) on the multiplier?

    <p>The multiplier increases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary challenge faced by state-owned enterprises in the public sector?

    <p>Lack of competition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Three and Four-Sector Models?

    <p>To include government and foreign transactions in the analysis of the multiplier effect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Laffer Curve in fiscal policy?

    <p>To illustrate the relationship between tax rates and government revenue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the peak in a business cycle?

    <p>It marks the end of an expansion phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of the public sector in terms of income distribution?

    <p>To reduce income inequality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of forecasting business cycles?

    <p>To predict future economic activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of monetary policy?

    <p>To stabilize economic activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the Reconstruction and Development Programme (RDP) in South Africa?

    <p>Meeting basic needs, developing human resources, and building the economy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between economic growth and economic development?

    <p>Economic growth refers to an increase in real GDP, while economic development includes improvements in standards of living</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary aim of the Accelerated and Shared Growth Initiative of South Africa (Asgi-SA)?

    <p>Reducing poverty and unemployment by improving average economic growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of directing government spending towards public goods and services?

    <p>To encourage economic growth and stability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the New Growth Path (NGP) in South Africa?

    <p>Job creation and identifying job drivers like infrastructure and agriculture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of free trade?

    <p>Promoting specialization and economies of scale</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of bureaucracy in the public sector?

    <p>Stifling innovation and responsiveness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of demand-side approach to economic growth?

    <p>Increasing government expenditure to stimulate economic activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of South Africa's industrial policies?

    <p>Increasing industrial activity, diversifying the economy, and enhancing regional development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of import substitution policies?

    <p>To reduce dependency on imports by supporting local production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary challenge faced by South Africa in terms of economic growth and development?

    <p>The North/South divide and income inequality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary argument in favor of protectionism?

    <p>To protect local industries and jobs from foreign competition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of the Growth, Employment and Redistribution (GEAR) policy in South Africa?

    <p>Market-led growth, fiscal and monetary discipline, and enhancing investor confidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of South Africa's export promotion policies?

    <p>To encourage local firms to export their goods and increase participation in the global market</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Laffer Curve in fiscal policy?

    <p>To illustrate the relationship between tax rates and tax revenue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the Supply-side approach to economic growth?

    <p>Improving the quality of the labor force through education and training</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of price controls set below market equilibrium?

    <p>Shortage of goods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of South Africa's National Industrial Policy Framework (NIPF)?

    <p>To guide the overall industrial strategy of South Africa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of the North/South divide?

    <p>A significant disparity in income levels, economic stability, and access to resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main objective of Industrial Policy Action Plans (IPAP)?

    <p>To detail specific actions to implement the NIPF</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a challenge faced by the public sector in terms of efficiency?

    <p>Bureaucracy and moral hazard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the Integrated Manufacturing Strategy (IMS)?

    <p>To enhance competitiveness in the manufacturing sector</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the public sector in South Africa?

    <p>To manage resources and provide services not suitable for private sector delivery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of Special Economic Zones (SEZs)?

    <p>To offer incentives to attract businesses and stimulate economic activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is economic diversification a key justification for South Africa's industrial policies?

    <p>To reduce dependence on traditional sectors like mining</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of South Africa's industrial strategies aligning with international best practices?

    <p>Ensuring policy implementation is transparent and accountable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of Spatial Development Initiatives (SDIs)?

    <p>To target underdeveloped areas for infrastructure and industrial development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key challenge facing South Africa's industrial policies?

    <p>Implementation gaps between policy goals and actual outcomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of evaluating the effectiveness of South Africa's industrial strategies?

    <p>Assessing the impact on economic growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of South Africa's economic and social indicators?

    <p>To provide insights into the country's economic and social well-being</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Producer Price Index (PPI) reflect?

    <p>The average movement of selling prices from domestic production over time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Economically Active Population (EAP) comprised of?

    <p>All persons within the working age group (15-65 years) available to supply labor for production.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Exchange Rate?

    <p>To measure the value of the South African rand against other currencies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary use of the Repo Rate?

    <p>To influence other interest rates across the economy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Life Expectancy indicator measure?

    <p>The overall health and longevity of the population.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of tracking Urbanisation Rate?

    <p>To track the movement of the population towards urban areas, affecting economic development patterns.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of tracking Electricity, Water, and Sanitation indicators?

    <p>To track the provision of essential services, indicating infrastructural development.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of International Comparisons?

    <p>To compare South Africa's performance with that of other countries, highlighting areas of strength and those requiring improvement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary use of M1, M2, and M3 indicators?

    <p>To track the liquidity available in the economy, including currency in circulation and different types of bank deposits.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary use of economic and social indicators?

    <p>To identify areas needing intervention, evaluate the impact of current policies, and guide investment decisions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the foreign sector in the circular flow model?

    <p>To facilitate trade activities and exchange currencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which market facilitates the trading of currencies necessary for international trade?

    <p>Foreign Exchange Market</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total economic output measured at market prices?

    <p>Gross Domestic Product</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sector utilizes labor and resources to produce goods and services?

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

    What is the flow of goods and services in the circular flow model?

    <p>Real Flows</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sector collects taxes and injects spending into the economy through public services and infrastructure?

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

    What is the financial transaction for goods and services in the circular flow model?

    <p>Money Flows</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of households in the circular flow model?

    <p>To provide labor and resources, receiving income</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of the New Economic Paradigm?

    <p>To smooth out volatility in business cycles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of indicators confirm trends that are already in process?

    <p>Lagging indicators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the public sector in the economy?

    <p>To provide essential services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a challenge faced by the public sector in terms of efficiency?

    <p>Lack of clear performance metrics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) in the public sector?

    <p>To plan and allocate resources over a three-year period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of fiscal policy instruments?

    <p>To regulate aggregate demand</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of supply-side policies?

    <p>Focus on increasing productivity and efficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of the public sector in terms of economic growth?

    <p>To promote sustainable growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary challenge faced by state-owned enterprises in the public sector?

    <p>Lack of competition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Laffer Curve in fiscal policy?

    <p>To illustrate the relationship between tax rates and government revenue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of fiscal policy?

    <p>To stabilize economic activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theory proposes that business cycles are due to changes in aggregate demand?

    <p>Keynesian Theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of monetary policy?

    <p>To stabilize economic activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the highest point of the business cycle?

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

    What is the term for the lowest point of the business cycle?

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

    What is the primary factor influencing the multiplier effect?

    <p>Marginal Propensity to Consume (MPC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the multiplier formula?

    <p>To measure the multiplier effect on economic output</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between the two-sector model and the three and four-sector models?

    <p>The inclusion of government and foreign transactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of a contraction phase in the business cycle?

    <p>Decreased economic activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of understanding business cycles?

    <p>To plan and forecast in economic policy, business strategy, and investment decisions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of government spending on public goods and services?

    <p>To encourage economic growth and stability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Laffer Curve used to illustrate?

    <p>The relationship between tax rates and tax revenue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common argument against free trade?

    <p>It leads to job losses due to cheaper imported goods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of protectionist policies?

    <p>To protect local industries from foreign competition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of administered prices set below market equilibrium?

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

    What is the primary goal of South Africa's import substitution policies?

    <p>To reduce dependency on imports</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a challenge faced by the public sector in terms of efficiency?

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

    What is a benefit of free trade according to the comparative advantage argument?

    <p>Specialization and efficient allocation of resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of South Africa's export promotion policies?

    <p>To promote economic growth through increased exports</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of information failure in the public sector?

    <p>Inefficient allocation of resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between economic growth and economic development?

    <p>Economic growth refers to an increase in real GDP, while economic development encompasses broader concepts like standards of living and income equity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of the Reconstruction and Development Programme (RDP) in South Africa?

    <p>To meet basic needs, develop human resources, and build the economy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary approach of the Demand-side Approach to Economic Growth?

    <p>Increasing government expenditure to stimulate economic activity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the significant disparity between the developed 'North' and the developing 'South'?

    <p>North/South Divide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of the Accelerated and Shared Growth Initiative of South Africa (Asgi-SA)?

    <p>To target halving unemployment and poverty by improving average economic growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the Supply-side Approach to Economic Growth?

    <p>Improving the quality of the labor force through education and training.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of South Africa's industrial policies?

    <p>To increase industrial activity, diversify the economy, and enhance regional development.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of the Growth, Employment and Redistribution (GEAR) policy?

    <p>To promote market-led growth and fiscal discipline.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the New Growth Path (NGP) policy?

    <p>To focus on job creation and identifying job drivers like infrastructure and agriculture.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of South Africa's partnerships with major economies like China and the EU?

    <p>To facilitate both protectionist and free trade measures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of South Africa's National Industrial Policy Framework (NIPF)?

    <p>To guide the overall industrial strategy of South Africa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key justification for South Africa's industrial policies?

    <p>Reducing dependence on traditional sectors like mining</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of South Africa's Integrated Manufacturing Strategy (IMS)?

    <p>Enhancing competitiveness in the manufacturing sector</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of South Africa's Special Economic Zones (SEZs)?

    <p>To offer incentives to attract businesses and stimulate economic activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of South Africa's industrial strategies aligning with international best practices?

    <p>Ensuring governance and transparency in policy implementation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key challenge facing South Africa's industrial policies?

    <p>Implementation gaps between policy goals and actual outcomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of evaluating the effectiveness of South Africa's industrial strategies?

    <p>To assess the impact on economic growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of South Africa's economic and social indicators?

    <p>To provide insights into the economy and social progress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of South Africa's Spatial Development Initiatives (SDIs)?

    <p>To target underdeveloped areas for infrastructure and industrial development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of South Africa's National Research and Development Strategy (NRDS)?

    <p>Aiming to boost innovation across industries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Producer Price Index (PPI)?

    <p>To reflect the average movement of selling prices from domestic production over time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Employment Rate measure?

    <p>The proportion of the Economically Active Population (EAP) that is employed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Repo Rate influence across the economy?

    <p>Other interest rates across the economy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do M1, M2, M3 aggregates include?

    <p>Currency in circulation and different types of bank deposits.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of tracking Infant and Under-5 Mortality Rates?

    <p>To track the effectiveness of healthcare systems and government priorities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of International Comparisons?

    <p>To gauge South Africa's progress and alignment with global standards.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of tracking Housing Development?

    <p>To track the government's ability to provide adequate housing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of tracking Access to Basic Services?

    <p>To track the government's ability to provide essential services.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of tracking Population Growth?

    <p>To track changes in population size and its impact on demand for goods and services.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary use of economic and social indicators?

    <p>To evaluate the effectiveness of policies and identify areas needing intervention.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of government spending towards public goods and services?

    <p>To promote economic growth and stability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Laffer Curve used to illustrate?

    <p>The relationship between tax rates and tax revenue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common tool used to implement protectionism?

    <p>Tariffs and quotas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of information failure in the public sector?

    <p>Inefficient outcomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of South Africa's export promotion policies?

    <p>To encourage local firms to export their goods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of bureaucracy in the public sector?

    <p>Stifling innovation and responsiveness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the public sector in South Africa?

    <p>To provide services that are not suitable for private sector delivery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary argument in favor of protectionism?

    <p>Preservation of jobs and protection of local industries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a benefit of free trade according to the comparative advantage argument?

    <p>Nations can focus on the production of goods for which they have a comparative advantage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of import substitution policies?

    <p>To encourage local production of goods that were previously imported</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between Basic Prices, Factor Cost, and Market Prices in the context of national income accounting?

    <p>They reflect different economic approaches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Marginal Propensities to Consume (MPC) and Save (MPS) in the Two-Sector Model of the multiplier effect?

    <p>They influence the household and firm interactions and spending adjustments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of the expansion phase of a business cycle?

    <p>Increasing economic indicators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which theory suggests that business cycles are due to changes in aggregate demand influenced by collective behavior of consumers and businesses?

    <p>Keynesian Theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of monetary policy in the context of business cycles?

    <p>To stabilize economic activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between monetary and fiscal policy?

    <p>Monetary policy involves control of money supply, while fiscal policy involves government spending and taxation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of government policy in the context of business cycles?

    <p>To smooth out the fluctuations in economic activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of understanding business cycles?

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    What is the primary difference between endogenous and exogenous factors influencing business cycles?

    <p>Endogenous factors are internal, while exogenous factors are external</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of technological innovation in the context of business cycles, according to the Schumpeterian Theory?

    <p>It causes fluctuations in economic activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the Reconstruction and Development Programme (RDP) in South Africa?

    <p>Meeting basic needs, developing human resources, and building the economy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between economic growth and economic development?

    <p>Economic growth focuses on increasing GDP, while economic development focuses on improving standards of living</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following approaches is supply-side oriented?

    <p>Supply-side approach focusing on improving the quality of the labor force</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of the Accelerated and Shared Growth Initiative of South Africa (Asgi-SA)?

    <p>Reducing poverty and unemployment by improving average economic growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary challenge posed by the North/South divide?

    <p>Significant disparities in income levels, economic stability, and access to resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of South Africa's industrial policies?

    <p>Increasing industrial activity, diversifying the economy, and enhancing regional development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of South Africa's export promotion policies?

    <p>Supporting domestic industries to increase their exports</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of the New Growth Path (NGP) in South Africa?

    <p>Focusing on job creation and identifying job drivers like infrastructure and agriculture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of South Africa's economic and social indicators?

    <p>To measure the overall performance of the economy and identify areas for improvement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of South Africa's Growth, Employment and Redistribution (GEAR) strategy?

    <p>Aims at market-led growth, fiscal and monetary discipline, and enhancing investor confidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Foreign Sector in the circular flow model?

    <p>To facilitate trade activities and inject spending into the economy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Goods Market in the circular flow model?

    <p>To trade consumer goods and services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the circular flow model illustrate?

    <p>The movement of goods and services across different sectors of the economy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Government in the circular flow model?

    <p>To collect taxes and inject spending into the economy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Financial Market in the circular flow model?

    <p>To manage the flow of money through institutions like banks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of Households in the circular flow model?

    <p>To provide labor and resources, receiving income used for consumption, savings, and taxes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between Real Flows and Money Flows in the circular flow model?

    <p>Real Flows involve the movement of goods and services, while Money Flows involve financial transactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does GDP (Gross Domestic Product) measure in the circular flow model?

    <p>The total economic output at market prices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of the New Economic Paradigm?

    <p>To smooth out the volatility in business cycles and achieve stable growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of indicator confirms trends that are already in process?

    <p>Lagging Indicator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the public sector in the economy?

    <p>To provide essential services and regulate economic activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common challenge faced by state-owned enterprises (SOEs)?

    <p>Lack of competition and accountability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) in the public sector?

    <p>To plan and allocate resources over a three-year period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of fiscal policy instruments?

    <p>To manage economic activity through taxation and spending</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of demand-side policies?

    <p>Aim to regulate aggregate demand through fiscal stimuli or monetary adjustments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of leading indicators in forecasting business cycles?

    <p>To predict future economic activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a challenge faced by the public sector in terms of efficiency?

    <p>Lack of clear performance metrics and accountability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of the Laffer Curve in fiscal policy?

    <p>To illustrate the relationship between tax rates and revenue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of the National Industrial Policy Framework (NIPF) in South Africa?

    <p>To guide the overall industrial strategy of South Africa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main objective of Industrial Policy Action Plans (IPAP)?

    <p>To implement specific actions to achieve the goals of the NIPF</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of the Integrated Manufacturing Strategy (IMS)?

    <p>To enhance competitiveness in the manufacturing sector</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of Special Economic Zones (SEZs)?

    <p>To offer incentives to attract businesses and stimulate economic activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is economic diversification a key justification for South Africa's industrial policies?

    <p>To reduce dependence on traditional sectors like mining</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of South Africa's industrial strategies aligning with international best practices?

    <p>Sustainability and governance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of Spatial Development Initiatives (SDIs)?

    <p>To target underdeveloped areas for infrastructure and industrial development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key challenge facing South Africa's industrial policies?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of evaluating the effectiveness of South Africa's industrial strategies?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of South Africa's economic and social indicators?

    <p>To gauge social progress and formulate policy responses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Consumer Price Index (CPI) measure?

    <p>The average price change over time of goods and services purchased by households.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Economically Active Population (EAP)?

    <p>All persons within the working age group (15-65 years) available to supply labor for production.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of tracking Exchange Rates?

    <p>To compare the value of the South African rand against other currencies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Repo Rate?

    <p>The rate at which the South African Reserve Bank lends money to commercial banks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary use of M1, M2, and M3?

    <p>To measure the liquidity available in the economy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of tracking Infant and Under-5 Mortality Rates?

    <p>To measure the overall health and longevity of the population.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of tracking Population Growth?

    <p>To track changes in population size which impacts demand for goods, services, and infrastructure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of tracking Housing Development?

    <p>To track the government's ability to provide adequate housing, reflecting on economic stability and quality of life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of International Comparisons?

    <p>To compare South Africa's performance with that of other countries, highlighting areas of strength and those requiring improvement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary use of economic and social indicators?

    <p>To identify areas needing intervention and evaluate the impact of current policies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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