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Economic Challenges in History Quiz

#1

Which economic theory advocates for minimal government intervention in the economy?

Laissez-faire economics
Explanation

Advocates minimal government intervention.

#2

During which period did the Great Depression occur?

1930s
Explanation

Occurred in the 1930s.

#3

Who wrote the influential book 'The Wealth of Nations'?

Adam Smith
Explanation

Written by Adam Smith.

#4

Which economic concept refers to the total market value of all final goods and services produced within a country in a given period?

Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
Explanation

Total market value of all goods and services produced.

#5

Which economic concept refers to the condition where the prices of goods and services rise steadily over time?

Inflation
Explanation

Prices rise steadily over time.

#6

Who is considered the father of modern economics?

Adam Smith
Explanation

Considered the father of modern economics.

#7

Which economic theory emphasizes the importance of aggregate demand in influencing economic growth?

Keynesian economics
Explanation

Emphasizes importance of aggregate demand.

#8

What is the term for a sustained increase in the general price level of goods and services in an economy over a period of time?

Inflation
Explanation

Sustained increase in general price level.

#9

What is the term for a situation where the economy is experiencing high inflation, high unemployment, and stagnant demand?

Stagflation
Explanation

High inflation, unemployment, stagnant demand.

#10

Who developed the concept of comparative advantage in international trade?

David Ricardo
Explanation

Developed comparative advantage concept.

#11

Which economic term describes a situation where individuals or entities compete to acquire the most goods or services, resulting in a mutually detrimental outcome?

Tragedy of the Commons
Explanation

Competing for goods leads to detrimental outcome.

#12

In economics, what does the term 'ceteris paribus' mean?

All other things being equal
Explanation

All other factors being constant.

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