In a Market Economy, the Patterns of Resource Allocation Are

question 8

Multiple Choice

In a market economy, the patterns of resource allocation are most directly influenced by ________.

• A)government administrators who monitor the equilibrium of supply and demand
• B)industry coalitions that strive to improve the efficiency of production and service
• C)consumer group alliances that negotiate with firms to improve product quality
• D)consumers who "vote" by their personal decision to buy or not buy products

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Definitions:

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