The slope of an isoquant is called the: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The slope of an isoquant is called the:
A. marginal rate of substitution
B. marginal rate of technical substitution
C. marginal utility ratio
D. price ratio
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The slope of an isoquant is the marginal rate of technical substitution, the rate at which one input can substitute for another keeping output constant.

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Question #1
In the context of banking regulation, the Capital Adequacy Ratio is prescribed to ensure that:
A. Banks maintain adequate capital relative to their risk-weighted assets
B. Interest rates on deposits are maximised
C. CRR is fixed at a particular level
D. Dividend distribution is unrestricted

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The Capital Adequacy Ratio requires banks to hold a minimum amount of capital in proportion to their risk-weighted assets so that they can absorb losses and protect depositors.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #2
Excess capacity is a characteristic feature of which market structure?
A. Pure competition
B. Monopoly
C. Perfect competition
D. Monopolistic competition

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Firms in monopolistic competition produce below optimum capacity, leading to excess capacity.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #3
The 'long-run aggregate supply curve' is:
A. horizontal
B. downward sloping
C. U-shaped
D. vertical

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The long-run aggregate supply curve is vertical at the full employment level of output.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1