Economic Assumptions Flashcards

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Define the term Irrational

A

not based on clear thought of proof​

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2
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Define Consumer Assumptions

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Consumers Aim to maximize their benifits

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3
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Define Business Assumptions

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Businesses aim to maximize their profits.

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4
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List some reasons for Consumer Assumptions.

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  • It’s hard to calculate the benefits of consuming a product
  • They have buying habits that makes it difficult to make rational choices
  • Consumers don’t have access to all information
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5
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Does all businesses aim to maximize their profits?

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No, as some businesses like
- Charities
- Businesses that cares for quality
- Maximize the revenue (Increased market shares)
- Increase sales (Popularity)

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What is a rational Consumer

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It’s a consumer that makes decisions based on clear thoughts and reason

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7
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Are Consumer assumptions always true?

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No, as some of them may have no particular reason

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8
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Would Fashion and trends affect the consumer assumptions?

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Yes, as some consumers are influenced by others on Social media.

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9
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Why wouldn’t Charities aim to maximize their profits?

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They Raise money to help the poor.

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10
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Why would Businesses like Lamborghini prefer quality over profits?

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Some consumers Prefer quality over price.

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