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Government and firms: privatisation and nationalisation
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Question 1 · 1 mark · Difficulty 1/3

What is meant by 'privatisation'?

  1. The transfer of ownership from the private sector to the public sector
  2. The transfer of ownership from the public sector to the private sector
  3. The merger of two private sector firms
  4. The regulation of private sector firms by the government
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✓ Answer: B — The transfer of ownership from the public sector to the private sector
Award 1 mark for identifying that privatisation involves transferring ownership from the public sector (government) to the private sector. A is incorrect — this describes nationalisation. C is incorrect — mergers are a separate concept unrelated to ownership transfer between sectors. D is incorrect — regulation does not involve transfer of ownership.
Question 2 · 1 mark · Difficulty 2/3

In 2022, the government of Country X privatised its national railway company, selling shares to private investors. Which of the following is most likely to be a reason for this decision?

  1. To increase government control over railway pricing
  2. To reduce the burden on government finances
  3. To guarantee employment for all railway workers
  4. To ensure railways operate as a natural monopoly
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✓ Answer: B — To reduce the burden on government finances
Award 1 mark for recognising that privatisation reduces the financial burden on government as the private sector takes on investment and operational costs. A is incorrect — privatisation reduces government control. C is incorrect — privatisation often leads to job losses as firms seek efficiency. D is incorrect — natural monopolies may still exist after privatisation but this is not a reason for privatising.
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