AnswersHSA 26-27 EconomicsResources and Scarcity

Resources and Scarcity Answers

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Trees, solar energy, and water are examples of:

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nonrenewable resources.
B
renewable resources
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capital.
D
labor.
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Based on the information presented in this scenario, what can you determine about the copper piping?

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Copper is a resource that is less scarce then plastic.
B
Copper is more freely available than plastic.
C
Copper is a renewable resource.
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Copper is a scarce resource, which increases its value.
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You are a producer who is hoping to create a specific good. Based on what you have learned about resources and scarcity, what factors do you need to consider when producing this good?Give your answer in the form of three to four complete sentences.

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The producer must identify the resources needed to make the good and determine how scarce and valuable each resource is. The producer should consider the cost and availability of these resources and whether less scarce resources could be used as substitutes. A scarce resource may increase the value of the final product, while a less scarce resource may make production easier but give the product a lower value.

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Which concepts are addressed in your answer? Check all that apply

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the idea that scarce resources are more valuable
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the idea that less scarce resources are less valuable

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