WAEC Economics 2001 Question 7

Question 7

Economic Systems

In which of the following economic systems is the consumer referred to as king?

  1. A.Capitalist economy
  2. B.Socialist economy
  3. C.Communist economy
  4. D.Mixed economy
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (Capitalist economy)

Explanation

In a capitalist (free market) economy, consumers' spending decides what is produced: consumer sovereignty.