Which of the Following Would NOT Be Included in the Calculation

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would NOT be included in the calculation of GDP as a government purchase?

• A) military payrolls
• B) distribution of food stamps
• C) purchase of 100 new C-5A aircraft
• D) hiring 1,000 workers to build a new interstate roadway

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Fixed Interval

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Variable Ratio

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Natural Extrinsic Rewards

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