The Big Rip Could Occur in a Universe Where the Effect

question 16

Multiple Choice

The Big Rip could occur in a universe where the effect of ________ increases with time.

• A) quantum mechanics
• B) luminous matter
• C) dark energy
• D) gravity
• E) dark matter

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Definitions:

Human Capital

The skills, knowledge, and experience possessed by an individual or population, viewed in terms of their value or cost to an organization or country.

Inventory Investment

The change in the total value of unsold goods and materials held by businesses over a specific period.

GDP

Gross Domestic Product; the total monetary or market value of all the finished goods and services produced within a country's borders in a specific time period.

Government Bonds

Securities issued by a government to raise funds from the public to finance its activities and service its debt.