John opts to sell Jamil's car to avoid paying for its repairs. Shahab, not knowing about the car's issues, purchases it. What concept does this scenario illustrate?

Asymmetric Information MCQs for PPSC, FPSC, NTS, and Pakistan government job tests. Select an option below, then read the explanation.

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2 Jun 2019
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28 May 2026

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Explanation

Hidden actions occur when one party takes actions that are not observable by others, often leading to information asymmetry. In this case, John sells the car without disclosing its problems, which Shahab is unaware of.

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