When Economists Say That an Activity Meets the Criterion for Economic

question 160

Multiple Choice

When economists say that an activity meets the criterion for economic efficiency, they mean

• A) a majority of citizens favor the activity.
• B) the benefits that result from the activity exceed the costs.
• C) the number of people who gain from the activity exceeds the number on whom costs are imposed.
• D) the costs that result from the activity exceed the benefits.

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Definitions:

Open Market Operations

are actions taken by central banks to buy or sell government securities in the open market to control the money supply and influence interest rates.

Federal Reserve Notes

The paper currency issued by the Federal Reserve System in the United States, serving as the nation's primary form of legal tender.

Checkable Deposits

Bank account balances that are readily available for withdrawal and can be used for making payments, such as in checking accounts.

U.S. Treasury Deposits

Funds held at the Federal Reserve that belong to the U.S. Treasury, often from revenues or borrowing, used for government spending.