Which of the following is an example of a merit good? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is an example of a merit good?
A. Gambling
B. Cigarettes
C. Alcohol
D. Education
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Merit goods are those that the government feels people will under-consume and which ought to be subsidised or provided free, such as education and healthcare.

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Practice More Economy Set 1 Questions

Question #1
Which of the following is a feature of the 'Real Exchange Rate'?
A. It is determined only by interest rates
B. It is the nominal exchange rate adjusted for relative price levels between countries
C. It is simply the nominal exchange rate
D. It is independent of price levels

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The real exchange rate is defined as the nominal exchange rate multiplied by the ratio of foreign to domestic price levels (or the relative price of foreign to domestic goods).

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #2
The 'Gross Domestic Product' at market prices equals GVA at basic prices plus:
A. product taxes minus product subsidies
B. net factor income from abroad
C. product subsidies minus product taxes
D. depreciation

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
GDP at market prices = GVA at basic prices + product taxes - product subsidies.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #3
The 'Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs' administers:
A. GST, customs and indirect taxes
B. income tax
C. corporate tax
D. wealth tax

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
CBIC administers GST, customs and other indirect taxes.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1