Two Plausible Hypothesis to Explain the Productivity Slowdown Are

question 10

Multiple Choice

Two plausible hypothesis to explain the productivity slowdown are

• A) globalization of capital markets and reductions in tariffs.
• B) high interest rates and slower economic growth.
• C) large government budget deficits and large balance of trade deficits.
• D) adjustments to new technologies and failures in the educational system.
• E) measurement problems and adjustments to new technologies.

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