A US-Owned Automobile Factory Uses $50 Million Worth of Materials Produced

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Essay

A U.S.-owned automobile factory uses $50 million worth of materials produced in the U.S. and $10 million worth of material purchased from foreign countries to produce $100 million of automobiles. $70 million worth of these automobiles are purchased by U.S. consumers, $25 million are sold in foreign countries, and $5 million are added to inventory. How much of this production is included in U.S. GDP? By how much do these transactions alone affect U.S. net exports?

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Definitions:

Movement Patterns

The particular coordination of bodily movements often associated with specific activities or exercises.

Synchronize

To cause to occur or operate at the same time or rate, ensuring harmony or coordination in action.

Heat Exhaustion

A heat-related illness characterized by dehydration and the body's inability to cool itself, leading to symptoms like heavy sweating and a rapid pulse.

Heat Cramps

Muscle spasms that result from loss of large amounts of salt and water through exercise, often occurring in hot conditions.