Consider the following: there are two countries, A and B. Each country has the same resources, and produces the same goods. The residents of country A use money; the residents of country B rely on bartering of goods. Will each country produce the same quantity of output? Explain.
What will be an ideal response?
No, the residents of Country B will definitely spend more of their time transacting, trying to create a double coincidence of wants, and may have to rely on multiple trades to do so. They will also likely specialize less, reducing the gains to the country from specialization. In country A the residents will be able to transact immediately using money, and will also be able to specialize in what they do well creating a more efficient economy.
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If you want to vote for the management of the corporation, you should buy
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What will be an ideal response?
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