The 'substitution effect' of a price change always leads consumers to buy: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'substitution effect' of a price change always leads consumers to buy:
A. more of the good whose relative price has fallen
B. less of the good whose relative price has fallen
C. the same amount
D. only inferior goods
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The substitution effect always causes consumers to buy more of the relatively cheaper good.

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Practice More Economy Set 1 Questions

Question #1
In the context of trade policy, 'Import Substitution' strategy aims at:
A. Replacing imports with domestic production through protection
B. Complete free trade
C. Promoting exports through subsidies
D. Only reducing tariffs

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Import substitution industrialisation seeks to reduce dependence on imports by protecting and promoting domestic industries through tariffs, quotas and other measures.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #2
The term 'Financial Stability' as an objective of central banks refers to:
A. Only exchange rate stability
B. Only growth maximisation
C. Stability of the financial system and prevention of systemic risks
D. Only price stability

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Financial stability involves the resilience of the financial system to shocks and the smooth functioning of financial intermediation without systemic disruptions.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #3
Which of the following is a characteristic of a developed financial market?
A. Low liquidity
B. High transaction costs
C. Wide range of financial instruments
D. Limited participation of institutions

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Developed financial markets offer a wide range of instruments, high liquidity, low transaction costs and broad institutional participation.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1