The Level of Capital Stock Increases When Investment in Physical

question 220

Multiple Choice

The level of capital stock increases when investment in physical capital is:

• A) greater than depreciation.
• B) less than depreciation.
• C) greater than personal consumption.
• D) greater than investment in human capital.

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Definitions:

Excludable

A characteristic of a good where its use can be restricted to only those who pay for it.

Rival in Consumption

A good or service is considered a rival in consumption if its use by one individual diminishes the availability or quality for others.

Whales

Large aquatic mammals known for their size, intelligence, and complex social structures, belonging to the order Cetacea.

Types of Goods

Classification of goods based on characteristics such as excludability, rivalry in consumption, and the nature of the product (e.g., public goods, private goods, club goods).