In Competitive Markets, People Who Have Systemic Biases Are Likely

question 50

Multiple Choice

In competitive markets, people who have systemic biases are likely to:

• A) increase over time.
• B) exit the market over time or adjust their behaviors.
• C) have a comparative advantage over their rational counterparts.
• D) never enter markets and participate in them.

Recognize the effect of price changes on the optimal choice point and consumer welfare.

Distinguish between different types of goods (normal, inferior, complements, and substitutes) based on consumer behavior.

Understand the relationship between the marginal utility of goods and the allocation of income to maximize total utility.

Understand the concepts of normal goods, inferior goods, and Giffen goods.

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