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CAIE IGCSE Economics 1.1.1 Finite resources & infinite wants

Frame the basic economic problem precisely by showing how finite resources and unlimited wants force consumers, workers, firms and governments to choose.

Syllabus
2027–2029
Course
Economics 0455

Exam points

  • Define scarcity as finite resources being insufficient to satisfy unlimited human wants.
  • Apply limited income, time or productive resources to explain why an economic agent must choose.

1.1.1—Finite resources and infinite wants question 1

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Missions to outer space face the same basic economic problem as that experienced on Earth. The African Space Agency was created to improve science and technology on the African continent. This agency also aims to coordinate trade between African countries to help technological development. This may improve how markets work. In 2021, total government spending on this agency was more than $ 500 million.

Define the basic economic problem.

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