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An item designated as money that is intrinsically worthless is ?

Correct answer: C. fiat money

  • A. precious metals
  • B. commodity money
  • C. fiat money
  • D. barter items

Explanation

Fiat money has little or no intrinsic value as a commodity, but it is accepted because the government declares it legal tender and users trust it as a medium of exchange. Precious metals and commodity money have value independent of their monetary use.

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