Which of the Following Is a Problem Inherent in Centrally

question 88

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a problem inherent in centrally planned economies?

• A)Households and firms make poor decisions in choosing how resources are allocated.
• B)There is too little production of low-cost, high-quality goods and services.
• C)Production managers are more concerned with satisfying consumer wants than with satisfying government's orders.
• D)Exports tend to exceed imports.

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