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Economics MCQs: questions and answer review

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211. In a consumption function C = a + by, Y is called independent variable.

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Answer: True

Explanation The consumption function is written as C = a + bY. Here, C is consumption and Y is income. Consumption depends on income, so Y is the determining factor. The variable that influences another is called the independent variable . Therefore, income (Y) is the independent variable. Last verified on 23-04-2026

212. By warranted rate of growth is meant?

وارنٹڈ شرحِ نمو سے کیا مراد ہے؟

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Answer: The rate of growth which would make planned investment equal to realized investment

Explanation The warranted rate of growth is a concept from Harrod-Domar Model . It is the growth rate at which the economy remains in equilibrium. At this rate, planned (desired) investment equals actual (realized) investment. If growth deviates, the economy faces instability like inflation or unemployment. Last verified on 22-04-2026

213. Pakistan is pursuing?

پاکستان کس قسم کا زر مبادلہ نظام اختیار کر رہا ہے؟

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Answer: Managed float through Bank

Explanation Pakistan’s exchange rate system is not fully fixed or fully free-floating. It follows a managed floating exchange rate system , where the currency value is mainly market-driven but regulated by the central bank . The State Bank of Pakistan intervenes when necessary to stabilize the rupee. This system combines flexibility with control. Last verified on 23-04-2026

214. Age specific death rate for infants under the age one?

ایک سال سے کم عمر بچوں کی اموات کی شرح کو کیا کہتے ہیں؟

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Answer: Infant mortality rate

Explanation Population studies use specific indicators to measure births and deaths. For infants (under age 1), death rates are measured separately. This helps assess health conditions and child survival . The correct term for deaths of infants is infant mortality rate (IMR). It is an important demographic indicator. Last verified on 23-04-2026

215. The ______ shows how real GDP varies as the quantity of labour employed varies, other things remaining the same.

یہ ظاہر کرتا ہے کہ حقیقی جی ڈی پی کس طرح بدلتا ہے جب محنت (لیبر) کی مقدار تبدیل ہوتی ہے، جبکہ باقی عوامل مستقل رہتے ہیں۔ _____

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Answer: Production function

Explanation It explains the relationship between labour input and real GDP . When other factors (capital, technology) remain constant, output depends on labour. This relationship is called the production function . Last verified on 22-04-2026

216. When the total utility is in creasing, the marginal utility will be?

جب کل افادیت بڑھ رہی ہو تو حاشیائی افادیت کیا ہوگی؟

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Answer: Increasing at a decreasing rate

Explanation In economics , total utility is the total satisfaction gained from consumption. Marginal utility is the additional satisfaction from consuming one more unit. When total utility is increasing, marginal utility is positive. But it gradually starts to fall as consumption increases. So, marginal utility increases at a decreasing rate . Last verified on 23-04-2026

217. Economists argue that a budget deficit is harmful if it?

ماہرینِ معاشیات کے مطابق بجٹ خسارہ کب نقصان دہ ہوتا ہے؟

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Answer: All of these

Explanation A budget deficit occurs when government spending exceeds its revenue. It can affect the economy by increasing demand for borrowed funds. This may raise interest rates and reduce private investment. It can also “ crowd out ” private sector spending. Last verified on 23-04-2026

218. The Soviet Union represents a good example of mixed economy since it produces both industrial and agricultural goods.

سوویت یونین ایک مخلوط معیشت کی اچھی مثال ہے کیونکہ یہ صنعتی اور زرعی دونوں اشیاء پیدا کرتا تھا۔

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Answer: False

Explanation The Soviet Union operated under a centrally planned economy where the government controlled production, pricing, and distribution . Although it produced both industrial and agricultural goods , this does not make it a mixed economy. In a mixed economy , both private sector and government coexist , which was not the case in the Soviet system. Therefore, the statement is false . Last verified on 23-04-2026

219. Which is considered as the biggest economy of Europe?

یورپ کی سب سے بڑی معیشت کس کو سمجھا جاتا ہے؟

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Answer: Germany

Explanation Germany 's economy has consistently largest economy in Europe since 1980 , even before the reunification of West and East Germany.

220. The value of imported goods (e.g., machinery, oil) is significantly higher than the value of exported goods (e.g., textiles, rice). This situation best describes a persistent problem known as?

درآمد شدہ اشیاء (جیسے مشینری، تیل) کی قیمت برآمد شدہ اشیاء (جیسے ٹیکسٹائل، چاول) سے زیادہ ہو تو اس صورتحال کو کیا کہتے ہیں؟

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Answer: Trade Deficit

Explanation When a country imports more goods than it exports, it creates a trade deficit . It means money going out is more than money coming in from trade. Common imports: oil, machinery, electronics. Common exports: textiles, rice, sports goods. It is a persistent economic imbalance in trade balance. Last verified on 11-04-2026

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