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The Philosophy of Economics

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Which of the following is NOT a core assumption of neoclassical economics?

  1. Individuals are rational decision-makers.

  2. Markets are perfectly competitive.

  3. Information is perfect and symmetric.

  4. All goods are perfect substitutes.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The assumption that all goods are perfect substitutes is not a core assumption of neoclassical economics. Instead, neoclassical economics assumes that goods are imperfect substitutes, meaning that consumers have preferences for specific goods and services.

What is the concept of 'rationality' in economics?

  1. Individuals always make the best possible decisions.

  2. Individuals always make decisions that maximize their self-interest.

  3. Individuals always make decisions based on logic and reason.

  4. Individuals always make decisions that are consistent with their preferences.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In economics, rationality is typically defined as the pursuit of self-interest. This means that individuals are assumed to make decisions that they believe will benefit them the most, given their preferences and constraints.

What is the concept of 'efficiency' in economics?

  1. The allocation of resources in a way that maximizes total output.

  2. The allocation of resources in a way that minimizes total cost.

  3. The allocation of resources in a way that maximizes consumer satisfaction.

  4. The allocation of resources in a way that minimizes producer surplus.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Efficiency in economics refers to the allocation of resources in a way that maximizes total output or utility, given the available resources and technology. This is often measured using concepts such as Pareto efficiency and productive efficiency.

What is the concept of 'justice' in economics?

  1. The fair distribution of resources among individuals.

  2. The equal distribution of resources among individuals.

  3. The distribution of resources according to individual merit.

  4. The distribution of resources according to individual needs.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Justice in economics is concerned with the fair distribution of resources among individuals. This can involve considerations of equality, equity, and individual rights, and can be a complex and controversial topic.

Which of the following is NOT a type of economic system?

  1. Capitalism

  2. Socialism

  3. Communism

  4. Mixed economy

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mixed economy is not a type of economic system, but rather a combination of elements from both capitalism and socialism. In a mixed economy, some industries are privately owned and operated, while others are publicly owned and operated.

What is the role of government in a market economy?

  1. To regulate the economy and protect consumers.

  2. To provide public goods and services.

  3. To redistribute income and wealth.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In a market economy, the government plays a variety of roles, including regulating the economy to protect consumers, providing public goods and services that the private sector cannot or will not provide, and redistributing income and wealth to promote social welfare.

What is the difference between positive economics and normative economics?

  1. Positive economics is based on facts and data, while normative economics is based on values and opinions.

  2. Positive economics is concerned with what is, while normative economics is concerned with what should be.

  3. Positive economics is used to make predictions, while normative economics is used to make recommendations.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Positive economics is based on facts and data and seeks to describe and explain economic phenomena, while normative economics is based on values and opinions and seeks to make recommendations about what economic policies should be adopted.

What is the concept of 'externalities' in economics?

  1. The benefits or costs of an economic activity that are not taken into account by the market.

  2. The costs of production that are not included in the price of a good or service.

  3. The benefits of consumption that are not included in the price of a good or service.

  4. The costs of pollution that are not included in the price of a good or service.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Externalities are the benefits or costs of an economic activity that are not taken into account by the market. This can include things like pollution, congestion, and public health.

What is the concept of 'public goods' in economics?

  1. Goods that are non-rivalrous and non-excludable.

  2. Goods that are rivalrous and non-excludable.

  3. Goods that are non-rivalrous and excludable.

  4. Goods that are rivalrous and excludable.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Public goods are goods that are non-rivalrous (meaning that one person's consumption does not reduce the amount available to others) and non-excludable (meaning that it is impossible or costly to prevent people from consuming the good).

What is the concept of 'market failure' in economics?

  1. A situation in which the market does not allocate resources efficiently.

  2. A situation in which the market does not produce enough goods and services.

  3. A situation in which the market produces too many goods and services.

  4. A situation in which the market does not distribute income fairly.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Market failure occurs when the market does not allocate resources efficiently, meaning that it does not produce the optimal quantity of goods and services or distribute them in a way that maximizes social welfare.

What is the concept of 'economic growth' in economics?

  1. An increase in the real value of goods and services produced in an economy over time.

  2. An increase in the nominal value of goods and services produced in an economy over time.

  3. An increase in the quantity of goods and services produced in an economy over time.

  4. An increase in the price level of goods and services in an economy over time.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Economic growth refers to an increase in the real value of goods and services produced in an economy over time, typically measured as an increase in real gross domestic product (GDP).

What is the concept of 'inflation' in economics?

  1. A sustained increase in the general price level of goods and services in an economy over time.

  2. A sustained decrease in the general price level of goods and services in an economy over time.

  3. A temporary increase in the general price level of goods and services in an economy.

  4. A temporary decrease in the general price level of goods and services in an economy.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Inflation refers to a sustained increase in the general price level of goods and services in an economy over time, typically measured as an increase in the consumer price index (CPI) or the producer price index (PPI).

What is the concept of 'unemployment' in economics?

  1. The state of being without a job and actively seeking work.

  2. The state of being without a job and not actively seeking work.

  3. The state of being employed in a job that does not pay a living wage.

  4. The state of being employed in a job that is not fulfilling.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Unemployment refers to the state of being without a job and actively seeking work, typically measured as the unemployment rate, which is the percentage of the labor force that is unemployed.

What is the concept of 'poverty' in economics?

  1. The state of having insufficient income or resources to meet basic needs.

  2. The state of being unemployed.

  3. The state of being homeless.

  4. The state of being unable to afford healthcare.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Poverty refers to the state of having insufficient income or resources to meet basic needs, typically measured using poverty thresholds or poverty rates.

What is the concept of 'economic inequality' in economics?

  1. The unequal distribution of income, wealth, or other economic resources among individuals or groups in a society.

  2. The unequal distribution of opportunities among individuals or groups in a society.

  3. The unequal distribution of power among individuals or groups in a society.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Economic inequality refers to the unequal distribution of income, wealth, or other economic resources among individuals or groups in a society, as well as the unequal distribution of opportunities and power.

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