In Most Societies, Resources Are Allocated by

question 77

Multiple Choice

In most societies, resources are allocated by

• A)a single central planner.
• B)a small number of central planners.
• C)those firms that use resources to provide goods and services.
• D)the combined actions of millions of households and firms.

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