According to Stigler's Search Model,an Increase in the Earnings of Individuals

question 91

Multiple Choice

According to Stigler's search model,an increase in the earnings of individuals in a growing economy is likely to result in _____

• A)a decrease in quality dispersion.
• B)a decrease in the opportunity cost of time.
• C)an increase in the marginal benefit of search.
• D)an increase in the amount of search.
• E)an increase in price dispersion.

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Definitions:

Equity Method

An accounting technique used to record investments in which the investor has significant influence over the investee but does not have full control.

Carrying Value

The book value of an asset or liability on a company's balance sheet, calculated as the asset's original cost minus accumulated depreciation, amortization, or impairment charges.

Investment Income

Income earned from investments such as dividends on stocks, interest on bonds, or rental income from property.

Equity Method

The equity method is an accounting technique used for recording investments in other companies, where the investment is initially recorded at cost and adjusted thereafter for the investing company’s share of the investee’s profits or losses.