In 1959, Real GDP Totaled $575 Billion and in 2009

question 115

Multiple Choice

In 1959, real GDP totaled $575 billion and in 2009 it totaled $1,255 billion. Between 1959 and 2009, the population increased from 50 million to 100 million. Between 1959 and 2009, the standard of living based on real GDP per person

• A) increased from $11,500 to $12,550.
• B) increased by over 300 percent.
• C) increased by about 118 percent.
• D) decreased from $125,500 to $28,750.
• E) decreased by 9 percent.

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Definitions:

Preconventional Level

A stage in Kohlberg's theory of moral development, where an individual's moral reasoning is based primarily on the consequences of actions and on receiving rewards or avoiding punishment.

Moral Development

The method by which people cultivate appropriate attitudes and actions towards others in a community, in accordance with social and cultural standards, regulations, and legislation.

Prosocial Behavior

Behavior that is intended to benefit others, including acts of kindness, generosity, and cooperation.

Preconventional Level

In Lawrence Kohlberg's theory of moral development, the earliest stage where moral reasoning is based on personal consequences and external rewards or punishments.