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CAIE IGCSE Economics 1.4.1 Production possibility curves (PPC)

Practise defining a PPC, labelling its axes, and using the curve to show maximum combinations of two products with given resources.

Syllabus
2027–2029
Course
Economics 0455

Exam points

  • define a PPC as maximum output combinations with given resources and technology

1.4.1—Production possibility curves (PPC) question 1

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In 2022, Paraguay's production possibility curve (PPC) shifted to the right. Paraguay has a mixed economic system. Its government provides merit goods and public goods. The country's private sector is a major producer of shampoo. The firms in the shampoo industry make use of division of labour. There are several firms in the industry, but the number is declining. There is a possibility that soon there may be just one firm in the industry.

Identify what is measured on the axes of a production possibility curve.

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