WorksheetsEco w/ PFL Unit 2: Business Principles
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Equilibrium Point
The point where supply exceeds demand in a market.
The intersection of the supply and demand curves in a market where the quantity demanded equals the quantity supplied.
The point where demand exceeds supply in a market.
The price at which goods are sold in a market.
Non-Price Determinants
Factors that only affect the price of a good
Factors that influence supply and demand, such as consumer preferences, income levels, technology, and government policies.
Factors that are solely based on consumer income
Factors that only relate to government regulations
Shortage
Happens when the quantity supplied of a good exceeds the quantity demanded at a given price, resulting in a surplus in the market.
Happens when the quantity demanded of a good exceeds the quantity supplied at a given price, resulting in an insufficient supply in the market.
Occurs when the price of a good is set too high, leading to decreased demand.
Is a situation where the market is perfectly balanced between supply and demand.
Monetary Policy
The actions taken by a central bank to control inflation and stabilize the currency.
The process of setting tax rates and government spending levels.
The actions taken by a central bank, such as controlling interest rates and money supply, to influence a nation's economy and achieve goals like stable prices and full employment.
The regulation of financial institutions to ensure their stability and protect consumers.
Self-Employment
A work situation in which an individual works for themselves rather than for an employer.
A job where an individual is employed by a company and receives a salary.
A type of employment where individuals work part-time for multiple employers.
A situation where an individual is unemployed and seeking work.
Unemployment
The number of people who are currently employed and seeking new jobs.
The number of people who are willing and able to work but are unable to find employment.
The total number of jobs available in the economy.
The percentage of the workforce that is retired.
Inflation
The rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services rises, leading to a decrease in the purchasing power of a currency.
A measure of the total value of goods and services produced in a country.
The increase in the value of money over time.
A situation where prices remain stable without significant changes.
Unemployment Rate
The percentage of the workforce that is employed.
The number of people over 16 who do not have a job and are actively seeking employment.
The total number of jobs available in the economy.
The rate at which people are retiring from the workforce.
Demand
The quantity of a good or service that consumers are willing and able to purchase at different prices during a specific period.
The total amount of goods available for sale in the market.
The price at which a good or service is sold to consumers.
The amount of money consumers are willing to spend on a good or service.
Proprietorships
A complex business structure involving multiple owners and shareholders.
The simplest form of business organization where a single individual owns and manages the business.
A type of business that is owned by a government entity.
A partnership between two or more individuals to run a business.
Taxes
Mandatory financial charges imposed by the government on individuals or businesses to fund public expenditures.
Voluntary contributions made by citizens to support local charities.
Fees paid for government services such as licensing and permits.
Payments made to private companies for public services.
Equilibrium Quantity
The amount of a good or service bought and sold at the equilibrium price where supply and demand are in balance.
The total quantity of goods produced in a market regardless of price.
The quantity of goods that consumers are willing to buy at any price.
The amount of goods that suppliers are willing to sell at a loss.
Fiscal Policy
Involves government decisions on taxation and spending to influence economic activity, promote growth, and achieve macroeconomic goals like reducing unemployment and controlling inflation.
A strategy to control the money supply and interest rates to influence economic activity.
A method of regulating trade and tariffs to protect domestic industries.
A framework for setting interest rates by central banks to stabilize the economy.
Total Compensation
Only includes wages and salaries
Includes wages, salaries, bonuses, health insurance, retirement benefits, and other perks
Covers only health insurance and retirement benefits
Excludes bonuses and other perks
Corporations
Have fewer legal rights than individuals
Are subject to more regulations than individuals
Can only raise money through loans
Have the same means for raising money as sole proprietorships
Surplus
Occurs when the quantity supplied of a good exceeds the quantity demanded at a given price, leading to excess supply in the market.
Occurs when the quantity demanded of a good exceeds the quantity supplied at a given price, leading to a shortage in the market.
Occurs when the market is in equilibrium, with supply equal to demand.
Occurs when the price of a good is set below the equilibrium price, causing excess demand.
Supply
The total amount of goods available in the market at any time.
The quantity of a good or service that producers are willing and able to offer for sale at different prices during a specific period.
The demand for a product based on consumer preferences.
The price at which a good or service is sold in the market.
Economic Growth
Refers to an increase in the production of goods and services in an economy over time.
Indicates a decrease in unemployment rates in a country.
Represents the total value of all goods and services produced in a year.
Describes the distribution of wealth among the population.
Interest Rates
The amount of money borrowed or invested.
The cost of borrowing money or the return on investment expressed as a percentage.
The total value of assets owned by an individual.
The rate at which money is exchanged for goods and services.
Subsidies
Financial assistance provided by the government to businesses or industries to support production, reduce costs, or encourage certain activities.
A tax imposed on imported goods to protect domestic industries.
A loan provided by the government to individuals for personal use.
A grant given to non-profit organizations for community development.
