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Edexcel IGCSE·Economics·IGCSE Economics

The Economic Problem

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Scarcity and opportunity cost, the factors of production, and the production possibility curve.

Economics is about how society uses scarce resources to satisfy unlimited wants.

Scarcity and opportunity cost

Resources are limited, so every choice means giving something up. Opportunity cost is the next best alternative forgone.

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