In the context of production theory, the isoquant represents: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In the context of production theory, the isoquant represents:
A. Combinations of goods that give the same utility
B. Combinations of prices that maximise profit
C. Combinations of inputs that yield the same level of output
D. Combinations of income and consumption
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
An isoquant is a curve that shows all possible combinations of two inputs that produce the same level of output, analogous to an indifference curve in consumer theory.

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Question #1
Which of the following is a feature of the 'Save More Tomorrow' programme designed by Thaler and Benartzi?
A. A programme that ignores behavioural biases
B. A mandatory increase in taxes
C. A commitment device that allows employees to pre-commit to allocating a portion of future salary increases to retirement savings
D. An immediate large increase in current contributions

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Save More Tomorrow is a behavioural intervention that invites employees to commit in advance to increasing their retirement contribution rates whenever they receive pay raises, thereby overcoming present bias and inertia.

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Question #2
In the context of public finance, 'Tax Incidence' refers to:
A. The total tax revenue collected
B. The administrative cost of tax collection
C. The legal liability to pay the tax
D. The final burden of the tax after shifting

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Tax incidence refers to the final resting place of the tax burden — who ultimately bears the economic burden of the tax after possible shifting.

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Question #3
The 'GST' compensation cess was collected to compensate states for how many years from 2017?
A. 15 years
B. 2 years
C. 10 years
D. 5 years

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Compensation cess was initially for five years (2017-2022), later extended.

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