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WorksheetsREVIEW: UNIT 2 ECONOMIC SYSTEMS
Total questions: 22
Worksheet time: 11mins
Pop Quiz! Which of these is NOT a dilemma that keeps economists up at night?
what to produce
how to produce
for whom to produce
why to produce
What's the invisible hand guiding how we all make stuff and get stuff? It's the system born from everyone's choices, shaping how a society gets its groove on with producing and munching on goods and services. What's it called?
government
nation-state
business
economy
The Joker once quipped, "If you're good at something, never do it for ___________." What's the missing word?
free
at-cost
money
long
Let's dive into the world of economics! Here's a thought: At the heart of economic theory is the idea that
B) our resources are like a magical well that never runs dry
C) who cares about incentives, right?
D) consumers just flip a coin to make decisions
A) our wants and desires just keep going on and on
Dive into the world of economics with Adam Smith! What does his famous "invisible hand" concept really mean?
A) government should focus on trade policies
B) consumers cannot make rational choices involving the long run
D) only businesses should be involved in providing fairness of the market
C) entire economies will benefit if individuals pursue their self interests
Imagine you're in a world where all economic decisions are guided by ancient customs. What type of economy is this?
Traditional
Command
Market
Mixed
Guess which economy thrives when the government rolls out incentives for folks to brainstorm and launch their own ventures?
Traditional
Command
Mixed
Market
In which economic system do central planners, such as the government, make all the big decisions?
Traditional
Command
Market
Mixed
In which economic system do buyers and sellers get to make their own decisions?
Traditional
Command
Market
Mixed
Ready to test your knowledge? What's one of the main goals of a market economy?
Security
Efficiency
Equity
Stability
In the world of economics, which two goals are like oil and water, seemingly impossible to mix?
Freedom and Growth
Equity and Security
Efficiency and Equity
Growth and Stability
Ready for a shopping adventure? Where do you dash to make that exciting purchase?
Product Market
Resource Market
Households
Businesses
Government
Ready to dive into the world of economics? Let's see where the magic begins! Which box do the factors of production pop out from?
Households
Resource Market
Product Market
Businesses
Government
🌟 Who's the big player bringing all the goodies like money, wages, fancy company perks, salaries, retirement benefits, and health insurance to the Resource Market party?
Households
Resource Market
Product Market
Businesses
Government
Ready to keep the economy's circular flow spinning like a top? 🌍💫 Which of these elements do you think are the secret sauce to keeping everything moving smoothly and the economy growing? Pick more than one if you dare!
Money
Goods & Services
Taxes
Land
Government
Imagine you're traveling through time, exploring different economic systems! Which one do you think is shaped by age-old traditions, customs, and beliefs, influencing not just what goods and services are produced but also how they're distributed?
Market
Command
Traditional
Mixed
Imagine you're at a candy store with enough money for just one treat. Choosing your favorite means missing out on the second-best choice. What's this concept called, where the value of the yummy alternative you didn't pick is considered?
Opportunity cost
Marginal cost
Economic efficiency
Market equilibrium
Ready to dive into the bustling world of market economies? Let's see if you can pinpoint the dynamic duo that decides the fate of prices and quantities of all those goods and services we can't live without!
Government regulations
Supply and demand
Central planning
Tradition and customs
🌟 Pop Quiz Time! 🌟 Dive into the world of economies! Which of the following is a characteristic of a command economy?
Prices are determined by market forces
Economic decisions are made based on tradition
Government makes all economic decisions
Consumers have complete freedom of choice
Imagine you're a wizard in the magical world of economics! Which spell explains how individuals and firms cleverly use their potions and spells to achieve their personal and business quests?
Rational self-interest
Market equilibrium
Government intervention
Traditional customs
Imagine you're a chef in a kitchen where you can pick ingredients from both the garden (market) and the pantry (command). What's the name of this tasty economic recipe that uses a bit of both?
Traditional Stew
Command Casserole
Market Medley
Mixed Economy Pie
Imagine you're in a bustling market of ideas and goods, where do you think 'laissez-faire' would stand in terms of economic policy?
Waving a big flag for active government intervention
Chilling out with minimal government intervention
Directing the show with central planning by the government
Keeping a tight leash with regulation of all economic activities
