If Technological Breakthroughs Increase the Feasibility and Attractiveness of Fuel

question 46

Multiple Choice

If technological breakthroughs increase the feasibility and attractiveness of fuel cells as a means of propulsion for vehicles,the profits that can be earned from the developers of the fuel cell technology will be limited by:

• A)The greater environmental attractiveness of battery-powered electric vehicles
• B)The dependence of fuel cell technology on specialized investments by auto makers in designing new cars and fuel suppliers in supplying hydrogen refueling facilities
• C)The likely ineffectiveness of patents relating to fuel cells
• D)Lack of interest in vehicle owners in fuel cell technology

Understand how to calculate capital gain yield from an investment.

Understand how to calculate the total rate of return from an investment.

Understand the mathematical relationship between investment losses and gains across different time periods.

Illustrate the impact of compound interest on investments and loans.

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