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Question 1

A command economy tends to exist under a

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communist government that provides a lot of regulation.

Question 2

The goal of a market economy is to

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promote free economic choices.

Question 3

Which nation has a communist command economy?

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North Korea

Question 4

The goal of a command economy is to

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create equality within a society.

Question 5

What restriction would the government impose in a closed economy?

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The government would prohibit trade with other nations.

Question 6

How does the economy of Cuba differ from the economy of North Korea?

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In Cuba, the government’s control of the economy has begun to loosen. In North Korea, the government maintains a tight hold over the economy.

Question 7

Which statement best describes a mixed market economy?

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Producers and consumers make some economic choices while the government makes others.

Question 8

Which nation has a command economy?

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Cuba

Question 9

A mixed market economy tends to exist under a

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democratic government that provides some regulation.

Question 10

How does the government of a republic typically shape its economy?

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The government allows citizens to own private businesses.

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