Because the Gap in Real GDP Per Capita Between Western

question 166

True/False

Because the gap in real GDP per capita between Western Europe, North America, and parts of Asia is widening, the convergence hypothesis is wrong.

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Machine Hours

A measure of the operating time of machines or equipment, typically used in allocating manufacturing costs.

Fixed Overhead Rate

A predetermined rate used to allocate fixed overhead costs to units of output, based on a standard level of activity.

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