Understanding Business
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ISBN: 9781260092332
Author: Nickels
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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Chapter 2.2, Problem 2.2AQ
Summary Introduction
To determine: The dependence or independence of the fundamental rights that exist in the economic system called free-market capitalism.
Introduction:
Economics is the term used for the study of production, distribution and consumption of resources.
Fundamental rights that exist in the economic system called free-market capitalism are; freedom to own property, freedom to compete, freedom to own a business and to keep all of its profits and freedom of choice.
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Understanding Business
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