Economics 9708 · AS & A Level · Resource allocation in different economic systems

Resource allocation in different economic systems — practice question

(a)[8]

Explain, using examples, why merit goods are classified as private goods rather than public goods.

(b)[12]

Discuss the advantages of a mixed economy and whether it is always preferable to a planned economy.

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This 20-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Knowledge and understanding of private goods (economic goods consumed by an individual, rivalry in consumption, excludability).

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