Which of the Following Statements Does Not Apply to a Market

question 233

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements does not apply to a market economy?

• A)Firms decide whom to hire and what to produce.
• B)No one is looking out for the economic well-being of society as a whole.
• C)Households decide which firms to work for and what to buy with their incomes.
• D)Government policies are the primary forces that guide the decisions of firms and households.

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Definitions:

American Capitalism

A system marked by private property, competitive markets, economic incentives, and limited government intervention in the economy.

Product Differentiation

The technique of identifying a product or service as unique in the market to boost its desirability to a chosen target demographic.

Mass Production Techniques

Methods of producing large quantities of products quickly and efficiently using assembly lines and standardized parts.

Product Differentiation

The process of distinguishing a product or service from others in the market to make it more attractive to a particular target market or segment.