"He [The Producer] Intends Only His Gain, and He Is

question 303

Multiple Choice

"He [the producer] intends only his gain, and he is in this, as in many other cases, led by an invisible hand to promote an end which was no part of his intention." What is the "invisible hand" referred to in this statement?

• A) the elasticity of the market demand curve
• B) the power of government when decisions are made democratically
• C) the guidelines and regulations set for his industry by the government
• D) the incentive structure accompanying market prices

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Definitions:

Depreciable Cost

The total amount that can be depreciated over an asset's useful life, typically the cost of the asset minus its salvage value.

Obsolescence

The process of becoming outdated or no longer used, often due to technological advancements or changes in preferences.

Loss

A financial condition indicating that expenses have exceeded revenues over a certain period, leading to negative profit.

Disposal

Disposal involves getting rid of something, typically waste or assets no longer needed or useful for the business.