Two Plausible Hypotheses to Explain the Productivity Slowdown Are

question 54

Multiple Choice

Two plausible hypotheses to explain the productivity slowdown are

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

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Definitions:

Gross Amount

The total or whole amount of something before any deductions, such as taxes or discounts, are made.

Allowance Method

An accounting technique that estimates and sets aside a portion of accounts receivable deemed not collectible.

Uncollectible Account

An uncollectible account is a receivable that a company is unable to collect, considered as bad debt or a write-off.

Net Amount

The remaining value after all deductions are made, such as for taxes or discounts.