The Conversion of a Barter Economy to One That Uses

question 88

Multiple Choice

The conversion of a barter economy to one that uses money

• A)increases efficiency by reducing the need to exchange goods and services.
• B)increases efficiency by reducing the need to specialize.
• C)increases efficiency by reducing transactions costs.
• D)does not increase economic efficiency.

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