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Differentiating Economic Systems by their Institutions
Consider two hypothetical societies. In Society A, individuals are free to own property, start businesses, and trade goods and services with minimal government interference; prices are determined by supply and demand. In Society B, the government owns all major industries, determines what goods are produced, sets all prices, and assigns jobs to citizens. Based on the definition of an economic system, explain the fundamental difference between these two societies by analyzing their respective 'rules of the game' (i.e., their core institutions).
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