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Economics 9-1 0987: Basic Economic Problem Topical Past Paper Questions

Cambridge IGCSE Economics 9-1 (0987) past-paper questions on Basic Economic Problem, free. This topic is frequently examined across 13 exam sessions. Sign in for the full topic-segregated question bank and AI worksheets.

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Summer (May/Jun) 2026Paper 1

The diagram shows the choices for an individual between leisure and earnings. hours of leisure per day The person decides to take a job that gives more leisure time. What is the opportunity cost to the individual of moving from position Y to position X? A $20 B $80 C four hours o…

Winter (Oct/Nov) 2025Paper 1

Which combination gives correct examples of macroeconomics and microeconomics?

Winter (Oct/Nov) 2024Paper 1

What is opportunity cost? A the allocation of resources in an economy B the cost to the individual when they consume a good C the lack of goods and services available to satisfy unlimited wants D the next best alternative forgone when making an economic decision

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