Alan Bought 20 Shares of Labatt's Stock for Himself to Celebrate

question 144

Multiple Choice

Alan bought 20 shares of Labatt's stock for himself to celebrate his favorite foreign beer company in 2000. Alan's purchase is an example of:

• A) foreign direct investment.
• B) foreign portfolio investment.
• C) importing.
• D) exporting.

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Definitions:

Gross National Income

The total domestic and foreign output claimed by residents of a country, including wages, salaries, and property income.

Gross Domestic Product

The sum value in currency or market terms of every finished product and service created within a country during a specified period.

Economic Growth

An increase in the production of goods and services in an economy over a period of time, often measured by GDP growth.

Private Consumption

The spending on goods and services by households for their own use.