Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE About the Difference

question 242

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is TRUE about the difference between a public and private good?

• A) Both public and private goods are owned by individuals but public goods can be shared while private goods cannot be shared.
• B) The government produces private goods while corporations produce public goods.
• C) Consumption of a private good by one person reduces the amount available for others while the consumption of a public good does not reduce the amount available for others.
• D) Resources are used to produce private goods but are not used to produce public goods.

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Definitions:

Physical Capital

Physical capital refers to tangible assets used in the production of goods and services, such as machinery, buildings, and equipment.

Terms of Trade

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Heckscher-Ohlin Theorem

An economic theory stating that countries export what they can most efficiently and plentifully produce, based on their factor endowments of labor, land, and capital.

Trade Flows

The movement of goods and services between countries or regions, highlighting the patterns and volumes of trade.