Refer to the Accompanying Diagram

question 270

Multiple Choice

Refer to the accompanying diagram. Which of the following is the most likely cause for a shift in the production possibilities curve from AB to CD?

• A) the use of the economy's resources in a more efficient way
• B) an increase in the spending of business and consumers
• C) an increase in government purchases of the economy's output
• D) an increase in the quantity and quality of labor resources

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Definitions:

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Demand Function

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