Scarcity in economics means?

ECONOMICSJAMB 2020

Scarcity in economics means?

  • A. human wants are limitless
  • B. the economy has very few resources
  • C. the economy can scarcely produce anything
  • D. resources are limited in relation to wants

Correct Answer: D. resources are limited in relation to wants

Explanation

Scarcity in economics means the available resources needed to satisfy human wants are limited, hence people are required to judiciously or efficiently allocate the scarce resources to meet the needs of society.

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