China's State Council Has Encouraged More Spending to "Improve Transportation

question 159

Multiple Choice

China's State Council has encouraged more spending to "improve transportation links and other infrastructure...." It will also "step up its spending on vocational training and other educational programs for adults." www.nytimes.com, Keith Bradsher, October 19, 2008
Suppose that capital goods are on the vertical axis while consumption goods are on the horizontal axis of China's PPF. As a result of enacting the policies, China's PPF will

• A) shift outward.
• B) shift inward.
• C) rotate outward.
• D) become flatter.

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Definitions:

Problem Drinkers

Individuals who consume alcohol in ways that create physical, social, or emotional problems but may not meet the criteria for alcohol dependence.

Substance Abuse

The excessive use of substances, especially alcohol or drugs, leading to clinical and functional impairments, such as health problems and disability.

Blacks Out

Losing consciousness or memory for a period of time, often due to excessive alcohol consumption or medical conditions.

Drinks Alone

The act of consuming alcoholic beverages in isolation, which can sometimes indicate underlying issues such as depression or alcohol dependency.