Economists Assume That Individuals

question 81

Multiple Choice

Economists assume that individuals

• A)behave in unpredictable ways.
• B)will never take actions to help others.
• C)prefer to live in a society that values fairness above all else.
• D)are rational and respond to incentives.

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Definitions:

Capital Intensity

The amount of fixed or real capital present in relation to other factors of production, particularly labor.

Overlapping Demand

A situation where consumers' needs and desires partially coincide, leading to products or services being desired by multiple market segments.

Economic Background

The set of conditions including historical, geographical, and cultural factors that influence the economic activities and outcomes of a person or entity.

Purchasing Power

The value of a currency expressed in terms of the amount of goods or services that one unit of money can buy.