JAMB Economics 1999 Question 7

Question 7

Economic Systems

A capitalist economy is one characterized by the

  1. A.private ownership of factors of production
  2. B.ownership of factors of production by rich members of the society
  3. C.use of capital and labour in fixed proportions during production
  4. D.use of capital intensive methods of production.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (private ownership of factors of production)

Explanation

Under capitalism, land, capital and businesses are owned by private individuals and firms.