Which of the Following Is the Best Example of the Acquisition

question 103

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best example of the acquisition of human capital?

• A)A worker takes a training course that increases his/her productivity.
• B)A worker receives new machinery enabling him/her to do the amount of work that was formerly done by two workers.
• C)A worker communicates more quickly and accurately with suppliers because of upgrades to communications software.
• D)A government-sponsored program increases the amount of investment available per worker.
• E)A computer chip manufacturer introduces a faster processor for micro-computing.

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Definitions:

Social Action

Acts and behaviors intended to bring about change in societal norms, policies, or structures, often driven by collective or individual efforts.

Reducing Inequality

Reducing Inequality involves measures and actions aimed at decreasing the economic and social disparities between different populations or groups within society.

Gross Income

The total amount of money made in one year by a person, household, or family unit. Also known as money income at the Census Bureau.

Disposable Income

The amount of money that households have available for spending and saving after income taxes have been accounted for.