Which of the Following Is the Best Definition of Economics

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best definition of economics?

• A) An investigation of the quantities and prices of the various goods produced by the nations of the world.
• B) A study of why inflation and unemployment periodically plague the U.S. economy.
• C) An analysis of how individuals and societies deal with the problem of scarcity.
• D) An examination of the role that money plays in the economy.
• E) A study of how goods and services are distributed throughout the world.

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Definitions:

Bait-And-Switch

A deceitful sales tactic where a customer is lured by an advertisement for a low-priced item but then is persuaded to buy a more expensive one.

Advertise

The act of promoting products, services, or brands to potential customers through various media.

Expensive Item

An object that is high in price or costs a significant amount of money, often implying it is of high quality or value.

Federal Hazardous Substances Act

A United States federal law that regulates the labeling and handling of hazardous substances to ensure consumer safety.