In What Way Are Groups More Effective Than Individuals at Decision

question 103

Essay

In what way are groups more effective than individuals at decision making, and in what ways are they less effective?

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Definitions:

Externalities

The cost or benefit that affects a party who did not choose to incur that cost or benefit, often not reflected in market prices.

Market Power

The ability of a firm or group of firms to influence the price and production levels of a product or service in the market.

Market Failure

A scenario where the distribution of goods and services by an unregulated market fails to be effective, frequently causing a decrease in overall social welfare.

Communist Countries

Nations where the government controls most forms of economic activity and property is commonly owned.