Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Study of Economics

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the study of economics? Economics studies how

• A) to organize production so that scarcity does not occur.
• B) firms make profits.
• C) we make choices in the face of scarcity.
• D) to create incentives so that scarcity does not exist.
• E) businesses reach decisions.

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Definitions:

Cattle Ranchers

Individuals or businesses involved in the raising and breeding of cattle for meat production or sale on a large scale.

Sheepherders

Individuals or workers engaged in the care and management of sheep, often involving grazing, moving herds to new pastures, and ensuring their health and safety.

Supremacy

The state or condition of being superior to all others in authority, power, or status.

Social Positions

The status or rank that an individual holds within a society, often influenced by factors such as occupation, wealth, and family background.