When a Society Cannot Produce All the Goods and Services

question 298

Multiple Choice

When a society cannot produce all the goods and services people wish to have, it is said that the economy is experiencing

• A) scarcity.
• B) surpluses.
• C) inefficiencies.
• D) inequalities.

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Definitions:

Anomie

A state of normlessness where societal norms and values are weakened or unclear, leading individuals to feel disconnected from the larger community.

Deprivation

Refers to a state of lacking or denial of basic resources or essentials for human well-being.

Anomie

A state of normlessness within a society or group, where there is a breakdown or absence of social norms and values, often leading to social instability.

Breakdown Theory

A sociological theory that suggests social breakdowns, like riots or vandalism, occur when traditional social controls and institutions fail.