How Effective Was the "Elective Option" at Maintaining Order and Continuity

question 28

Multiple Choice

How effective was the "Elective Option" at maintaining order and continuity in the Roman Empire?

• A)The system worked only as well as the emperors who were appointed led.
• B)The system worked well in that it allowed for peaceful transfers of power.
• C)The system worked only as well as the Senators who appointed leaders chose.
• D)The system failed in that it created violent uprisings with each new leader.
• E)The system failed in that the masses and the Senate opposed the new leaders.

Differentiate between scenarios of legal and illegal price discrimination.

Recognize examples of perfect and imperfect price discrimination in various contexts.

Analyze the effects of price discrimination on consumer surplus and deadweight loss.

Comprehend the role of price discrimination in maximizing profits in monopolistic markets.

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