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explain the function of money as a medium of exchange?
bartering can be inefficient, as it requires a double co-incidence of wants
money eliminates the need to barter and a double co-incidence of wants
explain the function of money as a measure of value?
money ascribes value to goods and services
knowing the value of goods and services allows consumers and firms to make fair exchanges
explain the function of money as a store of value
money holds the same value over time (except in cases of inflation)
so money can be saved and exchanged over long periods of time
explain the function of money as a method of deferred payment
money is an acceptable way to arrange the terms of credit or to settle any debts
it is also easier to pay workers between regular intervals with money