Root of All Economic Problems

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What is described as the root of all economic problems?

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What is described as the root of all economic problems?

  1. Poverty
  2. Unemployment
  3. Scarcity ✓ Correct
  4. Inflation
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Correct Answer Explanation

Scarcity is the root of all economic problems. Had there been no scarcity, there would have been no economic problem.

Key Points:
  • We have unlimited wants but limited resources.
  • Things that satisfy our wants are limited in availability.
  • Examples of scarcity: long queues at railway counters, crowded buses, shortage of essential commodities.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
  • A (Poverty): A consequence of scarcity, not the root cause.
  • B (Unemployment): An economic problem caused by scarcity.
  • D (Inflation): A price-related economic issue.

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This multiple choice question is from CH-1: Introduction, NCERT Books, Statistics for Economics. It has 4 options with a detailed explanation of the correct answer. Practice more MCQs from CH-1: Introduction to strengthen your preparation.

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