‏In the theory of choice, the word constraint: a. Includes social customs, laws and threats of violence. b. Is basic to all choices. c. Include limits on time, income and human resources. d. All of the above.

‏In the theory of choice, the word constraint: a. Includes social customs, laws and threats of violence. b. Is basic to all choices. c. Include limits on time, income and human resources. d. All of the above.

Economics Today and Tomorrow, Student Edition

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Chapter7: Demand And Supply

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