Investment Is

question 119

Multiple Choice

Investment is

• A)a small part of real GDP, so it accounts for a small share of the fluctuation in real GDP.
• B)a small part of real GDP, yet it accounts for a large share of the fluctuation in real GDP.
• C)a large part of real GDP, so it accounts for a large share of the fluctuation in real GDP.
• D)a large part of real GDP, yet it accounts for a small share of the fluctuation in real GDP.

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Definitions:

Capital Gains

The increase in value of an asset or investment over its purchase price, which becomes realized upon the sale of the asset.

Ex-dividend Date

The date on which stocks are traded without the right to receive the next dividend payment, determining who will receive the dividend.

Dividend Payment

A portion of a company's earnings distributed to shareholders, usually on a regular basis.

Stock Ownership

Stock ownership refers to the possession of shares in a corporation, which represents a claim on part of the company's assets and earnings.