A. directives of the government
B. the pattern of consumers spending
C. producers of consumer goods
D. people producing what they want

Correct Answer: Option B

B. the pattern of consumers spending

Explanation

Consumer preferences and resource scarcity determine which goods are produced and in what quantity; the prices in a market economy act as signals to producers and consumers who use these price signals to help make decisions. Governments play a minor role in the direction of economic activity.

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