Which Theory of Economic Discrimination Was Proposed by the Influential

question 349

Multiple Choice

Which theory of economic discrimination was proposed by the influential economist Gary Becker?

• A) theory of discriminatory tastes
• B) segmented markets approach
• C) job crowding hypothesis
• D) dual labor market hypothesis

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Definitions:

Monopolistic Competition

A market structure characterized by many firms selling products that are similar but not identical, allowing for competition on factors other than price.

Pure Competition

A market structure characterized by a large number of small firms, identical products, and no barriers to entry or exit, allowing for perfect knowledge and resource mobility.

Pure Monopoly

A market structure where a single seller dominates the market with no close substitutes for the product or service offered.

Oligopoly

A market structure characterized by a few firms dominating the market.