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In a market economy, what primarily determines the types of goods and services produced?
In a market economy, what primarily determines the types of goods and services produced?
- The need to supply essential public goods.
- Traditional customs and historical practices.
- Government regulations and mandates.
- Consumer preferences and business profit motives. (correct)
Which economic system relies primarily on customs, traditions, and historical practices to make economic decisions?
Which economic system relies primarily on customs, traditions, and historical practices to make economic decisions?
- Market economy
- Command economy
- Traditional economy (correct)
- Mixed economy
Which economist is best known for their advocacy of demand-side economics and government intervention in the economy?
Which economist is best known for their advocacy of demand-side economics and government intervention in the economy?
- John Maynard Keynes (correct)
- Adam Smith
- Karl Marx
- Milton Friedman
In a command economy, who primarily decides how goods and services will be produced?
In a command economy, who primarily decides how goods and services will be produced?
Which economic concept, advocated by Adam Smith, suggests that individual self-interest in a free market can unintentionally benefit society as a whole?
Which economic concept, advocated by Adam Smith, suggests that individual self-interest in a free market can unintentionally benefit society as a whole?
Which of the following is a primary characteristic of a market economy?
Which of the following is a primary characteristic of a market economy?
Karl Marx is most known for his theories on:
Karl Marx is most known for his theories on:
In a mixed economy, how are goods and services typically distributed?
In a mixed economy, how are goods and services typically distributed?
What is the primary driving force behind production decisions in a market economy?
What is the primary driving force behind production decisions in a market economy?
Which concept, key to Keynesian economics, suggests that an increase in government spending can lead to a larger increase in national income?
Which concept, key to Keynesian economics, suggests that an increase in government spending can lead to a larger increase in national income?
Flashcards
What to Produce?
What to Produce?
Deciding which goods and services to produce with limited resources, balancing consumer and capital goods.
How to Produce?
How to Produce?
The methods and processes used to produce goods and services, focusing on efficiency, cost, and environmental impact.
For Whom to Produce?
For Whom to Produce?
Concerned with the distribution of goods and services, influenced by wealth, policies, and social structures.
Traditional Economy
Traditional Economy
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Command Economy
Command Economy
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Market Economy
Market Economy
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Mixed Economy
Mixed Economy
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Private Ownership
Private Ownership
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Profit Motive
Profit Motive
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Adam Smith
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Study Notes
- Societies must decide which products or services will provide the greatest benefit due to limited resources.
What to Produce?
- Addresses the types of goods and services that should be produced.
- Involves prioritizing consumer goods versus capital goods and services.
How to Produce?
- Focuses on the methods and processes used for producing goods and services.
- Involves decisions on the combination of resources and technology.
- Societies should choose the most effective and efficient production methods, considering factors like cost, environmental impact, and resource availability.
For Whom to Produce?
- Deals with the distribution of goods and services within a society.
- Concerns who gets to consume the products and how much each person receives.
- Distribution is influenced by factors like wealth and social policies.
Traditional Economy
- Relies on customs, traditions, and rituals for economic decisions.
- Production is determined by historical practices and norms.
- Methods are based on traditional techniques and tools.
- Distribution is based on kinship, community ties, and inherited roles.
Command Economy
- Relies on a central government to make economic decisions.
- The government decides what goods and services to produce, prioritizing public goods and infrastructure.
- The government controls production processes, resource allocation, and technology.
- The government decides on the distribution of goods and services, aiming for equality.
Market Economy
- Driven by individual preferences and market forces (supply and demand).
- Production is determined by consumer preferences and the profit motives of businesses.
- Businesses decide on production methods based on cost-effectiveness and efficiency.
- Goods are distributed to those who can afford them.
Mixed Economy
- Combines elements of market and command economies.
- Includes both consumer-driven production and goods provided by the government.
- Businesses operate in the market system, but the government regulates certain industries to provide public goods.
- Distribution is primarily market-based, but the government intervenes to address inequality.
Salient Features of a Market Economy: Private Ownership
- Individuals and businesses own most of the resources.
- Property rights are legally protected, allowing owners to sell or use them as they please.
Profit Motive
- Individuals and businesses are driven by the desire to maximize profits.
- Influences competition, innovation, and efficiency.
Contributions of Economists
- Adam Smith: Invisible hand, free markets, division of labor, and foundational theories of value.
- Karl Marx: Labor theory of value, critique of capitalism, class struggle, and historical materialism.
- John Maynard Keynes: Demand-side economics, government intervention, multiplier effect, and modern macroeconomics.
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