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What is the main focus of macroeconomics?
What is the main focus of macroeconomics?
- Operation of a nation's economy as a whole (correct)
- Creating small loans for the poor
- Resource development
- Individual behavior in markets
Which area does microeconomics primarily study?
Which area does microeconomics primarily study?
- Solving global warming issues
- Increasing energy resources
- Creating new goods and services
- Behavior of people and organizations in markets (correct)
What contributed to the success of the Toyota Prius according to the text?
What contributed to the success of the Toyota Prius according to the text?
- Focus on nanotechnology in manufacturing
- Use of hydroponics in agriculture
- Public's concern with global warming (correct)
- Introduction of hydrogen fuel
According to Adam Smith, what did he believe was vital to any economy's survival?
According to Adam Smith, what did he believe was vital to any economy's survival?
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What concept is associated with the idea that self-directed gain can lead to social and economic benefits for the whole community?
What concept is associated with the idea that self-directed gain can lead to social and economic benefits for the whole community?
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In the text, what does the scenario with the farmer hiring farmhands to produce more crops demonstrate?
In the text, what does the scenario with the farmer hiring farmhands to produce more crops demonstrate?
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In a capitalist society, who owns the land, factories, and stores?
In a capitalist society, who owns the land, factories, and stores?
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What determines the negotiated price in a market according to the text?
What determines the negotiated price in a market according to the text?
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What signals do consumers send in a free market economy?
What signals do consumers send in a free market economy?
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What rights are mentioned as basic rights in capitalism in the text?
What rights are mentioned as basic rights in capitalism in the text?
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