Question : Mr. D can exchange goods with Mr. F only when Mr. D has what Mr. F wants and Mr. F has what Mr. D wants. Which function of barter exchange is highlighted here?
Option 1: Double coincidence of wants
Option 2: Common measure of value
Option 3: Standard of deferred payment
Option 4: Store of value.
Correct Answer:
Double coincidence of wants
Solution :
Barter exchange can only work when both buyers and sellers are ready to exchange each other's goods. Lack of double coincidence of wants is highlighted here.
Hence Option A is correct.