Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding Scarcity

question 215

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true regarding scarcity?

• A) Scarcity affects poorer countries only.
• B) An economy experiences scarcity only when the incomes of its citizens decline.
• C) Poor people experience scarcity more often than do rich people.
• D) All citizens in a wealthy economy experience scarcity.
• E) Scarcity could be overcome if people would make all choices in the social interest.

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