In an Economy in Which Decisions Are Guided by Prices

question 21

Multiple Choice

In an economy in which decisions are guided by prices and individual self-interest,there is

• A)the potential to achieve efficiency in production.
• B)a strong need for government intervention in the market.
• C)less efficiency than would be observed in a centrally-planned economy.
• D)more need for a strong legal system to control individual greed than would be needed in a centrally-planned economy.

Recognize the importance of environmental factors and community infrastructure in disease prevention.

Understand the historical development of public health initiatives and their impact on community health.

Analyze the role of government and non-governmental organizations in the advancement of public health.

Identify key figures and their contributions to public health and nursing.

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Definitions:

Social Sources

The origins from which individuals or organizations obtain social support, norms, or influences.

Distributive Justice Principle

A concept in social psychology concerning the fair allocation of resources among diverse members of a community.

Goal Setting

The process of defining specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound objectives that motivate and direct action.

Self-concept

An individual's perception of themselves, including their beliefs, feelings, and self-image.