A Rational Decision Maker Takes an Action If and Only

question 9

Multiple Choice

A rational decision maker takes an action if and only if

• A) the marginal benefit of the action exceeds the marginal cost of the action.
• B) the marginal cost of the action exceeds the marginal benefit of the action.
• C) the marginal cost of the action is zero.
• D) the opportunity cost of the action is zero.

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Definitions:

Great Recession

A severe global economic downturn that began in 2007 and lasted until 2009, marked by high unemployment and significant financial instability.

Opportunity Cost

The concept of opportunity cost represents the benefits a person or business misses out on when choosing one alternative over another.

Speculative Motive

The desire to hold cash or assets in anticipation of making gains based on future price movements.

Economic Conditions

The state of a country's economy, including factors like unemployment, inflation, and GDP growth.