#1
Which of the following is a factor of production?
All of the above
ExplanationFactors such as land, labor, and capital contribute to production.
#2
Which of the following is a characteristic of economic growth?
Increase in standard of living
ExplanationEconomic growth leads to a higher standard of living for individuals.
#3
Which of the following is a measure of labor productivity?
Output per hour worked
ExplanationLabor productivity measures the output produced per unit of labor input.
#4
Which of the following is a factor that can lead to a decrease in economic growth?
Natural disasters
ExplanationNatural disasters can damage infrastructure and disrupt economic activity.
#5
Which of the following is an example of a supply-side policy to promote economic growth?
Reducing taxes on businesses
ExplanationSupply-side policies aim to boost production and investment by reducing taxes and regulations.
#6
Which of the following is NOT a determinant of economic growth?
Government regulation
ExplanationGovernment regulation can hinder rather than promote economic growth.
#7
What is the formula for calculating productivity?
Output / Input
ExplanationProductivity is measured by the ratio of output to input.
#8
Which of the following is an example of human capital?
Skills and knowledge
ExplanationHuman capital refers to the skills and knowledge of individuals.
#9
Which of the following is an example of physical capital?
Machinery
ExplanationPhysical capital includes machinery, equipment, and infrastructure.
#10
What does the production possibility frontier (PPF) illustrate?
The maximum output that can be produced with limited resources
ExplanationIt shows the trade-offs between different goods that can be produced with limited resources.
#11
What is the Solow Residual (Total Factor Productivity) also known as?
A measure of technological progress
ExplanationIt represents the portion of output growth not explained by the accumulation of inputs.
#12
What is the formula for calculating GDP?
GDP = C + I + G + (X - M)
ExplanationGDP is the sum of consumption, investment, government spending, and net exports.
#13
Which of the following is a characteristic of sustained economic growth?
Long-term increase in GDP per capita
ExplanationSustained economic growth leads to a continuous rise in GDP per capita over time.
#14
Which of the following is a measure of economic growth over time?
Gross National Income (GNI)
ExplanationGNI measures the total income earned by a country's residents and businesses.
#15
Which of the following is a characteristic of technological progress?
It is a driver of economic growth
ExplanationTechnological progress enhances productivity and drives economic growth by enabling innovation and efficiency gains.