Question : The guiding principle of problem of how to produce is ___________.
Option 1: Allocate the resources in a manner which gives maximum aggregate satisfaction
Option 2: Combine factors of production in such a manner so that maximum output is produced at minimum cost
Option 3: Ensure that urgent wants of each productive factor are fulfilled to the maximum possible extent
Option 4: None of the above
Correct Answer: Combine factors of production in such a manner so that maximum output is produced at minimum cost
Solution : The guiding principle of the problem of how to produce is to combine factors of production in such a manner so that maximum output is produced at minimum cost. Hence, the correct option is 2.