ECONOMICS (CBSE/UGC NET)

ECONOMICS

PROPERTY RIGHTS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
In Country X, the allocation of most resources and goods is guided by price signals. At the same time, the government controls the prices of some crucial resources at certain levels. We can conclude that Country X is a
A
traditional economy.
B
planned economy.
C
market economy.
D
mixed economy.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The USSR is the quintessential example of a centrally planned economy. A centrally planned economy or a command economy is one where the price and allocation of resources, goods and services is determined by the government rather than autonomous agents as it is in a free market economy.

Detailed explanation-2: -Mixed economies In many sectors, resources are allocated by a combination of markets and panning, such as healthcare and, which have both public and private provision.

Detailed explanation-3: -In a free market economy, the products are produced according to the satisfaction of consumers. Therefore, resources for production are allocated after doing a thorough analysis on consumer satisfaction which is regarded as the top most priority without comprising the goal of profit maximization.

Detailed explanation-4: -A market economy is one in which the allocation of resources and the prices of goods and services are determined by market forces, primarily supply and demand.

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