The Highest-Valued Alternative That Must Be Given Up to Engage

question 205

Multiple Choice

The highest-valued alternative that must be given up to engage in an activity is the definition of

• A)utility.
• B)implicit cost.
• C)opportunity cost.
• D)economic sacrifice.

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Definitions:

Money Supply

The whole sum of money available in an economy, including cash, coins, and the balances in checking and savings accounts, at a specific period.

Prices

The amount of money expected, required, or given in payment for something, reflecting the value of goods or services in monetary terms.

Rational Expectations

An economic theory that posits individuals make decisions based on their expectations for the future, which are in turn based on past trends and information considered to be most relevant.

Discretionary Fiscal Policies

Economic policies based on government spending and taxation that are undertaken intentionally by a government to influence its economy.