The Alternative to Human Capital Theory That Explains Why People

question 85

Multiple Choice

The alternative to human capital theory that explains why people invest in education argues that:

• A)schooling just acts as a signal of future ability
• B)university is a place to network with future workers
• C)productivity is not linked to wages
• D)people cannot be considered as 'capital'

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Definitions:

Saturated Fats

Fats containing a high proportion of fatty acid molecules without double bonds, considered less healthy in diets.

Calcium

A mineral essential for human life, involved in bone formation, muscle contraction, nerve function, and blood clotting.

Healthy Bones

Bones that are strong, dense, and capable of supporting the body and withstanding physical stress.

Blood Clotting

The process by which blood changes from a liquid to a gel, forming a clot to prevent excessive bleeding when the vascular system is injured.