The Decrease in the Rate That Output Grows When We

question 35

Multiple Choice

The decrease in the rate that output grows when we increase the usage of one factor, but hold the usage of all others constant is known as

• A) decreasing returns to factor
• B) decreasing returns to scale
• C) elasticity of substitution

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Definitions:

Economic Growth

A rise in the output of goods and services within an economy over a certain period, often assessed through Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

Unemployed Resources

Resources that are not currently being utilized in the production of goods or services, often referring to labor or capital lying idle.

Production Possibilities Curve

A graphical representation showing the maximum number of goods or services that can be produced using limited resources efficiently.

Full Employment

Refers to a situation in the economy where all available labor resources are being used in the most efficient way possible.