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11. What is the economic system in the United States?

American Government · Principles of American Democracy65/20 special consideration question

Accepted answer(s)

  • capitalist economy
  • market economy

This is an American Government question on the 2008 Civics Test, testing whether an applicant understands the structure of American government rather than just current officeholders. If you're unsure, focus on remembering "capitalist economy" first — it's the answer USCIS lists as the primary accepted response.

This is question 11 of the 2008 Civics Test. See it on uscis.gov.