Suppose Two Countries Are Identical in Every Way with the Following

question 15

Multiple Choice

Suppose two countries are identical in every way with the following exception.Economy A has a higher rate of depreciation (δ) than economy B.Given this information,we know with certainty that

• A)steady state consumption in A is higher than in B.
• B)steady state consumption in A is lower than in B.
• C)steady state consumption in A and in B are equal.
• D)steady state growth of output per worker is higher in A than in B.
• E) none of the above

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Definitions:

Revealed Preferences

An economic theory that determines consumer preferences by observing their purchasing behavior rather than through direct inquiry.

Francs

A currency unit formerly used in France and some other countries, and still used in some territories.

Consumption

The process of using goods and services to satisfy wants or needs.

Revealed Preferences

An economic theory that infers preferences of consumers by observing choices made under budget constraints, instead of through direct inquiry of preferences.