WAEC Economics 2000 Question 2

Question 2

Basic Concepts

Economic problems arise mainly as a result of

  1. A.inaccurate statistical data in West Africa
  2. B.excessive wastage of available resources
  3. C.lack of foresight on the part of resource users
  4. D.limitations in availability of resources.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (limitations in availability of resources.)

Explanation

The basic economic problem comes from limited resources set against unlimited wants, which forces choice.