How Well Did You Know Gunnar Myrdal

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1/10 Questions

What is Gunnar Myrdal full name?
- Anthony Gunnar Myrdal
- Karl Gunnar Myrdal
- Gunnar Tony Myrdal
- Gunnar Nake Myrdal

About This Quiz

The Swedish sociologist and economist Gunnar Myrdal worked on the pioneering theory of money and economic fluctuations and their penetrating analysis of independent economic, which makes him received a noble memorial price in economic sciences along with Friedrich Hayek, take this quiz on Gunnar Myrdal, see what you know about him.

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2.

Which year did Gunnar took the name "Myrdal"
- 1916
- 1914
- 1920
- 1922
Correct Answer

A. 1914
3.

When was Gunnar Myrdal born?
- 6 December 1898
- 8 January 1890
- 10 October 1895
- 15 March 1893
Correct Answer

A. 6 December 1898

Explanation

Gunnar Myrdal was born on 6 December 1898.

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4.

Gunnar Myrdal was best known for study in ..................... relation?
- Client
- Private
- Public
- Race
Correct Answer

A. Race

Explanation

Gunnar Myrdal was best known for his study on race relations. He was a Swedish economist and sociologist who conducted extensive research on the social and economic conditions of African Americans in the United States. His book, "An American Dilemma: The Negro Problem and Modern Democracy," published in 1944, examined the racial inequalities and discrimination prevalent in American society. Myrdal's work had a significant impact on shaping public opinion and policy regarding race relations in the mid-20th century.

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5.

What is Gunnar Myrdal Nationality?
- Portuguese
- Swedish
- Australian
- British
Correct Answer

A. Swedish

Explanation

Gunnar Myrdal's nationality is Swedish. This can be inferred from the fact that Swedish is the only nationality mentioned in the options provided.

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6.

What is Myrdal's father name?
- Karl Mark Pete
- Karl Adolf Pettersson
- Karl Anthony Paul
- Karl Andrew Pascal
Correct Answer

A. Karl Adolf Pettersson

Explanation

Myrdal's father's name is Karl Adolf Pettersson.

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7.

What is the name of Myrdal's mother?
- Sarah Miller Karl
- Mary Jane Gunnar
- Anna Sofia Karlsson
- Alexandia Sofia Karl
Correct Answer

A. Anna Sofia Karlsson
8.

Which University did Gunnar graduated from?
- Wale University
- Liverpool University
- Stockholm University
- Oxford University
Correct Answer

A. Stockholm University

Explanation

Gunnar graduated from Stockholm University.

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9.

Gunnar Myrdal died at the age of ....................?
- 75
- 86
- 70
- 88
Correct Answer

A. 88

Explanation

Gunnar Myrdal died at the age of 88.

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10.

What did Gunnar Myrdal studied while in University?
- Law
- Sociology
- Physics
- Psychology
Correct Answer

A. Law

Explanation

Gunnar Myrdal studied law while in university.

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