Chayanov's Rule States That When Resources Are Converted Primarily to Household

question 55

Multiple Choice

Chayanov's rule states that when resources are converted primarily to household consumption, people will work harder if __________.

• A) there are more consumers in the household
• B) everyone in the household contributes to their ability
• C) everyone in the household contributes the same amount of labor
• D) there are fewer consumers in the household

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