Which of the Following Philosophers Argued That a Law Is

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following philosophers argued that a law is nothing more than a command issued by a ruler, backed by threats of punishment and maintained by a habit of obedience?

• A) Martin Luther King, Jr.
• B) John Austin
• C) Thomas Aquinas
• D) John Stuart Mill

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Definitions:

Market Equilibrium

A situation in a market where the quantity of a good or service supplied matches the quantity demanded, leading to a stable price.

Competitive Industry

A market characterized by a large number of firms competing against each other, leading to product diversity, innovation, and fair prices for consumers.

Market Demand

represents the total demand for a product or service within a market, determined by consumers' willingness and ability to buy at various prices.

Economic Profits

The excess of total revenues over total costs, including both explicit and implicit costs.