In the Discussion on Growth in Chapter 2, the Following

question 11

Multiple Choice

In the discussion on growth in Chapter 2, the following is mentioned. "The new theory of economic growth has been criticized for a certain naïveté regarding knowledge. Is it truly so that the mere existence of knowledge means that knowledge will diffuse?" What is this referring to? One, two or three of the following are correct. Which?

• A) that it is thought that "if there is knowledge, it will be used," more or less automatically
• B) that knowledge is an essential but not sufficient ingredient in the growth equation
• C) that there is no sequential and obvious line between knowledge, commercialization and growth

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Definitions:

James Marcia

A psychologist known for his work on adolescent identity formation and his development of identity status theory.

Identity Statuses

Different stages of identity development proposed by James Marcia, including achievement, moratorium, foreclosure, and diffusion.

Identity Diffusion

A state in which an individual lacks a clear sense of personal identity, often related to Erikson's theory of psychosocial development.

Suicidal Tendencies

Patterns or behaviors indicative of an individual's inclination or possibility of attempting suicide.