This page shows a list of test questions in the American Government public release collection at MSDE. American Government
Standard "4.0 Economics," Indicator "4.1.2"

In which economic system does the government control what products will be made, how many will be made, and how they will be made?

Which of these best describes a mixed economy?

A traditional economy is an economic system

A company decides to install more machines and lay off workers. Which economic question is being directly addressed?

Which of these is most often encouraged by the government in a command economy?

Which of these would most likely take place in a command economy?

The United States has a mixed economy and is able to regulate many business activities.

• What are the benefits of government control over business activities?

• Should the United States government have more control or less control over business activities? Explain your answer.

• Use details and examples to support your answer.

Write your answer on the lines in your Answer Book.

The government of China tells factory managers to increase their use of computers in manufacturing.

What economic question is most affected by the government's actions?

Which of these is a characteristic of a traditional economy?

Which of these is usually true in nations with a market economy?

After purchasing a new car, the owner had the steering wheel repaired at least four times within one year. Under Maryland law, the person is entitled to a new car or a refund.

The purpose of this law is to protect the

Which of these is a characteristic of a market economy?

Which of these best describes the United States' economic system?

Why do some nations adopt command economies during wars?

In which economic system does the government have the most control over a country's economy?

Which of these is most often a feature of countries with traditional economies?

In a market economy, who decides how resources are used and distributed?

The basic economic questions in the United States are mainly answered by

Why do some nations adopt command economies during wars?

In which economic system does the government have the most control over a country's economy?

Select the three characteristics of a command economy.