A factor of production that cannot be used outside of a particular sector of an economy is a(an)
A) specific factor.
B) mobile factor.
C) variable factor.
D) import-competing factor.
E) export-competing factor.
A
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Assume the production of a particular good is characterized by significant economies of scale. In addition, three different versions of the good can be produced, and large segments of the population prefer different versions of the good
In this case, the preferred market structure for this good would be: A) perfect competition. B) monopoly. C) monopolistic competition. D) oligopoly.
Which of the following people would be counted in the labor force?
a. Chou, who lost his job and last looked for work three months ago b. Stephanie, who holds a Ph.D. in history but can only find part-time employment at a fast food restaurant c. Jordan, who would like to work as a stockbroker but is a stay-at-home father d. Steffan, who is a patient in a mental hospital e. Monique, age 90, who is enjoying her retirement in Montana
Which of the following explains why economic choices must be made?
a) The factors of production are used inefficiently. b) The factors of production are scarce. c) The factors of production are expensive. d) The factors of production are of inferior quality.
If a firm equates MR and MC, then:
A. TR is at a maximum, and TC is at a minimum. B. output is at a maximum. C. both TR and TC are at a maximum. D. profits are at a maximum or losses are at a minimum.