In Order for Any Given Commodity to Be Considered Money,it

question 305

Multiple Choice

In order for any given commodity to be considered money,it has to

• A)have some intrinsic value.
• B)be generally acceptable as a means of payment.
• C)be issued and controlled by some governmental institution.
• D)be convertible into gold or silver.
• E)be used in barter transactions.

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Definitions:

Market Basket

A collection of goods and services used to track price changes over time for the purpose of calculating inflation or cost of living adjustments.

Consumer Goods

Products that are purchased for consumption by the average consumer.

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Individuals who are not actively seeking employment because they believe no jobs are available for them.

Frictionally Unemployed

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