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Is the following statement true or false? Air does not possess utility. - Economics

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Question

Is the following statement true or false?

Air does not possess utility.

True or False
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Solution

This statement is false.

Explanation:

  • Air does possess utility because it satisfies human wants and is essential for life.
  • However, air is generally considered a free good, meaning it is abundant and available without a price.
  • Even though free goods do not command a price, they still have utility.
  • From the material, the hint explicitly indicates that the statement “Air does not possess utility” is false, confirming that air does possess utility.
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Chapter 3: Basic Concepts of Economics - QUESTIONS [Page 50]

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J. P. Goel and Kaushal Goel Economics [English] Class 9 ICSE
Chapter 3 Basic Concepts of Economics
QUESTIONS | Q 5. (a) | Page 50
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