Refer to the Provided Table, Which Shows the Ranked Preferences

question 44

Multiple Choice

Refer to the provided table, which shows the ranked preferences of voters for three alternative projects, with "1" being the top preference. In a paired-choice vote between a jail and a stadium,

• A) a majority of the voters would favor the jail, 2 to 1.
• B) a majority of the voters would favor the stadium, 2 to 1.
• C) a majority of the voters would favor the jail, 3 to 0.
• D) a majority of the voters would favor the stadium, 3 to 0.

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Definitions:

Capital Goods

Long-lasting goods acquired and used by businesses to produce other goods and services, contributing to their operational capabilities.

Gross Investment

The total amount spent on purchasing or constructing new capital assets before accounting for depreciation.

Net Investment

The portion of total investments in physical assets (like buildings, machinery, and inventory) that remain after accounting for depreciation.

Depreciation

The process of allocating the cost of a tangible or intangible asset over its useful life, reflecting the decrease in value of the asset over time due to use, wear and tear, or obsolescence.