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What reflects a country's political philosophy and social relations in terms of finance?
What reflects a country's political philosophy and social relations in terms of finance?
Which economic principle was emphasized by classical economists like Adam Smith?
Which economic principle was emphasized by classical economists like Adam Smith?
What type of public finance emerged from pre-20th century systems?
What type of public finance emerged from pre-20th century systems?
According to the principles of traditional economic theory, which aspect is considered pivotal in aligning individual interests with the public good?
According to the principles of traditional economic theory, which aspect is considered pivotal in aligning individual interests with the public good?
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How does the role of public finance differ among countries?
How does the role of public finance differ among countries?
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What does Say's Law of markets suggest?
What does Say's Law of markets suggest?
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What is meant by full employment in economic theory?
What is meant by full employment in economic theory?
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Which assumption relates to the idea that changes in the money supply affect only prices?
Which assumption relates to the idea that changes in the money supply affect only prices?
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How do classical economists view money?
How do classical economists view money?
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What drives progress and growth in an economic context according to the theory?
What drives progress and growth in an economic context according to the theory?
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What kind of crises are attributed to the rigidity of wages and prices?
What kind of crises are attributed to the rigidity of wages and prices?
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Which of the following is not one of the four functions of the State necessary for meeting classical theory assumptions?
Which of the following is not one of the four functions of the State necessary for meeting classical theory assumptions?
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According to the economic theory, what is the relationship between savings and investment?
According to the economic theory, what is the relationship between savings and investment?
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What does Say's Law primarily relate to in economics?
What does Say's Law primarily relate to in economics?
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What is the principle behind Laisser Faire Laisser Passer?
What is the principle behind Laisser Faire Laisser Passer?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the four functions of the state mentioned?
Which of the following is NOT one of the four functions of the state mentioned?
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What does the principle of neutral public finance emphasize?
What does the principle of neutral public finance emphasize?
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How does classical economics view the role of the state in financial matters?
How does classical economics view the role of the state in financial matters?
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What does the traditional theory of balanced budgets emphasize?
What does the traditional theory of balanced budgets emphasize?
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Which of the following is a reason traditionalists oppose borrowing?
Which of the following is a reason traditionalists oppose borrowing?
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How does government borrowing affect the private sector according to traditionalists?
How does government borrowing affect the private sector according to traditionalists?
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What is a potential outcome of increased government borrowing on the economy?
What is a potential outcome of increased government borrowing on the economy?
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Why do traditionalists argue against using extraordinary revenues for regular expenditures?
Why do traditionalists argue against using extraordinary revenues for regular expenditures?
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What is the main argument of the traditional view regarding a balanced budget?
What is the main argument of the traditional view regarding a balanced budget?
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What is considered a consequence of government borrowing according to the traditional view?
What is considered a consequence of government borrowing according to the traditional view?
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How does borrowing influence financial markets according to the traditional perspective?
How does borrowing influence financial markets according to the traditional perspective?
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What principle is contradicted by relying on borrowing to finance government expenditures?
What principle is contradicted by relying on borrowing to finance government expenditures?
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What is emphasized as the correct way to finance ordinary expenditures?
What is emphasized as the correct way to finance ordinary expenditures?
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What does traditional theory emphasize about the budget in public finance?
What does traditional theory emphasize about the budget in public finance?
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Why do traditional economists reject government borrowing?
Why do traditional economists reject government borrowing?
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What is a consequence of government borrowing according to traditional views?
What is a consequence of government borrowing according to traditional views?
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What obligation arises from government borrowing?
What obligation arises from government borrowing?
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How does borrowing potentially affect economic growth, according to traditional economists?
How does borrowing potentially affect economic growth, according to traditional economists?
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What does traditional economic theory primarily emphasize about public expenditure?
What does traditional economic theory primarily emphasize about public expenditure?
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Which source of revenue is preferred in traditional economic theory?
Which source of revenue is preferred in traditional economic theory?
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What is the traditional view on public debt?
What is the traditional view on public debt?
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How do traditional theorists view excessive public expenditure?
How do traditional theorists view excessive public expenditure?
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What is the stance of traditional economists on expansionary fiscal policy?
What is the stance of traditional economists on expansionary fiscal policy?
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What is the goal of traditional public finance theory?
What is the goal of traditional public finance theory?
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What do traditional theorists believe about tax levels?
What do traditional theorists believe about tax levels?
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What role does traditional theory assign to the government in the economy?
What role does traditional theory assign to the government in the economy?
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Study Notes
Neutral Public Finance
- Neutral Public Finance emerged before the 20th century based on principles of free economics.
- Key theorists: Adam Smith (The Wealth of Nations, 1776) and Ricardo (Principles of Political Economy and Taxation, 1817)
- Focus: Individual freedom and aligning individual self-interest with the "greater good" through economic freedom.
Principles of Traditional Economic Theory
- Complete Competition: Dominates the economic system.
- Full Employment: Production remains at full employment, unemployment resolves itself automatically.
- Supply Creates Equal Demand (Say's Law): Supply = Demand, excesses in production or demand are not possible.
- Neutrality of Money: Changes in the money supply primarily affect the price level, not production levels.
- Savings as a Driver of Growth: They are the primary driver of growth, leading to increased capital and investment.
- Partial Crises: Price and wage rigidity are the cause of these crises and would resolve themselves with flexibility.
Conditions for Achieving Classical Theory Assumptions
- State must ensure the following four functions:
- Security (Defense)
- Internal security
- Judiciary
- Public goods with no personal profit
Fundamentals of Public Finance
- Traditional theory advocates for limited government spending and minimum taxes, prioritizing savings and capital accumulation.
- Public debt and monetary policy are generally viewed as hindering growth.
- Expansionary fiscal policy is avoided due to its potential for disrupting the economy.
The Relationship Between Public Expenditure and Revenue
- Traditional theory focuses on generating revenue to cover public spending.
- Public expenditure is limited to basic functions like defense, justice, and security.
- Taxes are the preferred revenue source and should be kept minimal.
- Taxes on consumption are preferred over savings, fueling savings which lead to capital accumulation.
Principles of Neutral Public Finance
- The only function of public finance is to collect revenue to cover government spending.
- Public revenue should cover public expenditures.
- Public finance should not pursue social, political, or economic goals.
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Description
This quiz explores the principles of Neutral Public Finance as established by key theorists like Adam Smith and David Ricardo. It delves into traditional economic theories, including concepts like complete competition and the neutrality of money. Test your understanding of how these theories apply to individual freedom and economic systems.
