The Slowdown of a Nation's Rate of Productivity Growth May

question 94

Multiple Choice

The slowdown of a nation's rate of productivity growth may:

• A)slow the growth of its standard of living.
• B)contribute to deflation.
• C)make its industries more competitive in world markets.
• D)reduce real wages.

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Definitions:

Pleasure Principle

A psychoanalytic concept that suggests individuals seek pleasure and avoid pain in order to satisfy biological and psychological needs.

Reality Principle

A psychoanalytic concept describing the process through which ego seeks to satisfy desire in realistic and socially appropriate ways, balancing the demands of the id and the super-ego.

Unconditional Positive Regard

A concept in humanistic psychology where an individual is accepted and loved as they are without conditions or judgment.

Conditions of Worth

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