basic functions of a government

Question 1

internal and external

Answer 1

external: the defense force [navy and army]
internal: the police force
judicial system [courts]

Question 2

social welfare [social services]

Answer 2

private sector: private schools,hospitals,doctors
social benefits: unemployment and pension

Question 3

commercial activities

Answer 3

mixed market: a combination of a free market system and a system where government to some extent in the economy.
free market: anybody can start a business with the aim of making a profit, provided they do not sell anything illegal.

Question 4

government has the responsibility to promote the free-market system, to ensure that…

Answer 4

1) citizens are not exploited by companies forming a monopoly.
2) employees are treated in a fair manner.

Question 5

administration of public services

Answer 5

the public services that government renders to the citizens of the country is called infrastructure.

Question 6

natural resources

Answer 6

if used irresponsibly, the economy will be harmed over the long term.

Question 7

money control

Answer 7

too much money in circulation will cause inflation and devalue the currency