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:

Punitive Damages

Monetary compensation awarded to a plaintiff, over and above actual damages, intended to punish the defendant for particularly egregious behavior.

Consequential Damages

Additional losses suffered as a direct consequence of a breach of contract, beyond the immediate scope of the contract itself.

Breach of Contract

The failure to perform as stipulated by the terms of a contract, which can result in legal consequences for the party in breach.

Injunction

A judicial order requiring a person to do or cease doing a specific action, preventing irreparable harm or injustice.