If You Wanted to Compare the Quantity of Output of a Country

question 153

Multiple Choice

If you wanted to compare the quantity of output of a country across time periods, which of the following would you use?

• A) the consumer price index
• B) nominal GDP
• C) the GDP deflator
• D) real GDP

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Definitions:

Direct Method

A method of preparing the cash flow statement where actual cash flow information from the company’s operations segment is used directly.

Indirect Method

A way of calculating cash flows from operating activities for the cash flow statement by adjusting net income for changes in non-cash items.

Quality

The degree of excellence of a product or service, or its conformity to established standards or specifications.

Income Ratio

A financial metric used to gauge a company's profitability by comparing its income to other relevant figures, such as sales or assets.