GDP Excludes Most Items That Are Produced and Sold Illegally

question 91

Multiple Choice

GDP excludes most items that are produced and sold illegally and most items that are produced and consumed at home because

• A)the quality of these items is not high enough to contribute value to GDP.
• B)measuring them is so difficult.
• C)the government wants to discourage the production and consumption of these items.
• D)these items are not reported on income tax forms.

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Definitions:

Constrained Resource

Refers to a limited factor that restricts a company's ability to produce goods or services, such as a machine with finite capacity or limited labor.

Profitable Use

The application or employment of an asset or resource in a manner that generates income or profit.

Craft Shows

Events where artisans and craftsmen display and sell their handmade goods.

Split-Off Point

The stage in the production process where joint products can be recognized as separate products.