Question

In a free enterprise system, governments address public problems through policy to ensure that

citizens' needs are met and protected.
economic operations of businesses are controlled.
workers earn more than workers in other countries.
the nation's level of productivity remains steady.

Answer 1

citizens' needs are met and protected.

Explanation: In a free enterprise system the government’s role is limited but important—providing public goods, protecting property rights, enforcing contracts, regulating to correct market failures and protect consumers and workers—rather than controlling business operations or guaranteeing higher wages or steady productivity.