The Central Characteristic of a High-Throughput Economy Is That It

question 83

Multiple Choice

The central characteristic of a high-throughput economy is that it ____.

• A) generates large amounts of wealth throughout the population,resulting in continued growth
• B) boosts economic growth by increasing the flow of matter and energy resources through the economic system
• C) is extremely durable,although prone to cycles of downturn followed by rapid growth
• D) is sustainable with slow but persistent growth and occasional periods of stagnation
• E) generates large amounts of wealth for a few individuals who receive tax breaks to reinvest in the economy

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Noncontrolling Interest

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