Fundamental Concepts of Economic Systems Quiz

Explore fundamental concepts of economic systems. Test your understanding with questions on market, command, mixed economies & more!

#1

Which of the following is a characteristic of a market economy?

Centralized planning by the government
Private ownership of property
Equal distribution of wealth
Limited consumer choice
#2

What is the primary feature of a traditional economic system?

Government intervention in the market
Private ownership of resources
Reliance on customs and traditions
Emphasis on profit maximization
#3

Which of the following is a key feature of a command economy?

Private ownership of property
Free market competition
Centralized planning by the government
Equal distribution of income
#4

What economic system is characterized by a combination of private and government ownership of resources?

Market economy
Capitalism
Socialism
Mixed economy
#5

Which economic system relies heavily on supply and demand to determine prices?

Socialism
Command economy
Market economy
Traditional economy
#6

Which economic system is characterized by collective ownership of the means of production?

Capitalism
Socialism
Mixed economy
Market economy
#7

In which economic system does the government play a significant role in regulating and controlling economic activities?

Market economy
Traditional economy
Command economy
Capitalism
#8

Who is often considered the father of modern economics?

Adam Smith
John Maynard Keynes
Karl Marx
Milton Friedman
#9

In which economic system do consumers and producers have the most influence on what goods and services are produced?

Market economy
Traditional economy
Command economy
Mixed economy
#10

Who wrote the influential book 'Das Kapital'?

Adam Smith
Karl Marx
John Maynard Keynes
Milton Friedman
#11

Which economist is known for his work on the concept of 'invisible hand' in a market economy?

John Maynard Keynes
Adam Smith
Karl Marx
Milton Friedman
#12

What is the primary goal of a capitalist economic system?

Equitable distribution of wealth
Maximization of government control
Efficient allocation of resources
Elimination of private property
#13

What economic concept is associated with the idea of 'opportunity cost'?

Socialism
Capitalism
Scarcity
Command economy
#14

What economic system prioritizes the welfare of society over individual profit?

Market economy
Command economy
Socialism
Mixed economy
#15

Which economic system is often associated with the term 'crony capitalism'?

Market economy
Command economy
Socialism
Mixed economy

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