Kenneth Arrow Discussed Two Important Situations in Which Profit Maximization

question 19

Multiple Choice

Kenneth Arrow discussed two important situations in which profit maximization can be socially inefficient. One of these occurs when

• A) there is an imbalance of knowledge between buyer and seller.
• B) business would be an "inept custodian" of public values.
• C) firms are unwilling or simply refuse to maximize profits.
• D) corporate culture promotes dysfunctional social relations.

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Definitions:

Empowerment

The process of giving individuals or groups the power and resources to make decisions, take actions, and affect change.

Tangibles

Physical items or properties that can be seen, touched, and quantified, as opposed to intangible assets like patents or trademarks.

Service Quality

The evaluation of how well a delivered service meets or exceeds customers' expectations and needs.

Performance Gap

The difference between the actual performance of an organization and its potential or desired performance.