CLEAN : Expert explains the 2020 Nobel Economics Prize

CLEAN : Expert explains the 2020 Nobel Economics Prize

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Business

11th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses improvements in auction theory by two laureates, focusing on how these advancements enhance our understanding of auctions and their application in complex systems. It highlights principles for designing auctions, such as providing bidders with information, and explores common applications like Internet sales. The potential for applying these tools to more complex scenarios is also considered.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What have the two laureates contributed to auction theory?

They have focused solely on online auctions.

They have eliminated the need for auctions.

They have improved our understanding and application of auction theory.

They have created a new type of auction.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to provide bidders with information during an auction?

To reduce the number of participants.

To confuse the bidders.

To ensure transparency and better decision-making.

To increase the auction duration.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a complex problem mentioned in the context of auction theory?

Selling a house.

Auctioning art pieces.

Selling radio spectrum.

Bidding for a car.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common application of auction theory on the internet?

Internet auctions.

Social media advertising.

Streaming services.

Online shopping.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What potential does auction theory have for future applications?

It is limited to current applications.

It is only useful for small-scale auctions.

It can be applied to more complex scenarios.

It will become obsolete.