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Functions of Profits and Losses

The functions of profits into a market economy do NOT comprise: (1) stimulation for firms to be innovative and efficient. (2) compensating savers for delays of consumption. (3) signaling changing business conditions. (4) inducing mimicry of successful firms from competitors. (5) incentives to bear risk.

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