Unit 2 Microeconomics Exam

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What is the primary function of households in a circular flow diagram?

Back

To demand goods and services and supply resources.

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In a circular flow model, what facilitates the flow? Options: a. The movement of money, b. The movement of goods, services, and resources, c. The taxes collected by the government, d. The savings and investments of households

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The movement of money

Front

What does the law of demand state?

Back

As price decreases, quantity demanded increases.

Front

Which of the following is a determinant/shifter of demand? Options: Consumer income, Number of sellers, Technology, Cost of production

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Consumer income

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How can a surplus be created in a market? Options: a. By setting a price floor below equilibrium price, b. By setting a price ceiling below equilibrium price, c. By setting a price floor above equilibrium price, d. By allowing the market to reach equilibrium naturally

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By setting a price floor above equilibrium price

Front

What is the primary characteristic of a monopoly?

Back

Single seller

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How does investment in human capital affect the economy?

Back

It raises the standard of living.

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Which of the following best describes a sole proprietorship? Options: a. Owned by multiple people, limited liability, b. Owned by one person, unlimited liability, c. Owned by shareholders, limited lifespan, d. Owned by partners, shared decision-making

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Owned by one person, unlimited liability

Front

What is the primary role of businesses in the circular flow model?

Back

To supply goods and services and demand resources.

Front

Which market structure is characterized by many sellers and differentiated products?

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Monopolistic competition