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What social function is served by profits in a capitalist economic system?

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ATaxes on profits support government programs.
BThey provide an incentive for the reallocation of resources.
CProfits allow individuals to accumulate wealth and engage in capital investment.
DProfits result in higher levels of employment.
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Correct Answer

Option bThey provide an incentive for the reallocation of resources.

All Options:

  • ATaxes on profits support government programs.
  • BThey provide an incentive for the reallocation of resources.
  • CProfits allow individuals to accumulate wealth and engage in capital investment.
  • DProfits result in higher levels of employment.

About This Chapter: Introduction to Business Economics

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Paper 4: Business Economics

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Meaning, Scope, Price Mechanism

This chapter lays the groundwork for understanding Business Economics as a discipline. It covers the meaning, scope, and nature of economics — including key distinctions like Microeconomics vs Macroeconomics, Positive vs Normative economics, and the fundamental economic problem of scarcity. Students learn how businesses use economic principles for decision-making in a competitive marketplace.

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Focus on definitions and distinctions between concepts. Questions often test whether you understand the difference between Micro and Macro, or Positive and Normative statements.

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