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NotesEconomicsTopic 2.4Profit maximisation logic
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Profit maximisation logic

IB Economics • Unit 2

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Firms aim to maximise profit because profit rewards owners, attracts investment, and allows expansion and survival.

  • Profit funds future growth
  • Profit signals efficiency
  • Losses force firms to exit

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Define

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Describe

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AO2
Explain

Give reasons WHY — cause and effect within Profit maximisation logic.

AO3
Evaluate

Weigh strengths AND limitations of approaches in Profit maximisation logic.

AO3
Discuss

Present arguments FOR and AGAINST with a balanced conclusion.

AO3

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