Which of the Following Transactions Takes Place in Factor Markets

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which of the following transactions takes place in factor markets?

• A) Henry receives a commission from his employer for selling a new automobile.
• B) Jake purchases 1,000 shares of stock in the Wal-Mart Corporation through his online trading account.
• C) Sam enters the winning bid on a grand piano at a local auction.
• D) Justin receives $30 in exchange for mowing his neighbor's lawn.
• E) Lucille receives a $500 check from the U.S. Social Security Administration.

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