"Consumer sovereignty" refers to the:
A. fact that resource prices are higher than product prices in capitalistic economies.
B. idea that the pursuit of self-interest is in the public interest.
C. idea that the decisions of producers must ultimately conform to consumer demands.
D. fact that a federal agency exists to protect consumers from harmful and defective products.
Answer: C
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A. $80 million or $110 million.
B. $150 million or $200 million.
C. $100 million or $110 million.
D. $60 million or $100 million.
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A. 90 person-hours of patrols per week B. 100 person-hours of patrols per week C. 92.5 person-hours of patrols per week D. 97.5 person-hours of patrols per week
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The concept of economies of scope describes the savings acquired from simultaneous production of different products.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)