Which of the Following Is a Question That an Economist

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a question that an economist would use to break down a problem?

• A) Will the average income per person for the society increase?
• B) Does the decision maker have a track record of being rational?
• C) Is there a scarce resource that will be allocated?
• D) How might one person feel about the solution to the problem?

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Definitions:

Preferred Dividends

Dividends that are paid out to preferred shareholders at a fixed rate before any dividends are paid to common shareholders.

Common Dividends

Payments made to shareholders out of a corporation's earnings, reflecting the portion allocated to holders of common shares.