Suppose That an Economy Can Be Represented by the Technology

question 58

Multiple Choice

Suppose that an economy can be represented by the technology matrix below. If surpluses of 180 units of fishing output, 93 units of agricultural goods, and 40 units of mining goods are desired, find the gross production to the nearest unit of each industry. ​ ​

• A) fishing = 632, agriculture = 796, mining = 570
• B) fishing = 633, agriculture = 796, mining = 568
• C) fishing = 632, agriculture = 796, mining = 568
• D) fishing = 632, agriculture = 793, mining = 568
• E) fishing = 633, agriculture = 793, mining = 570

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Definitions:

Symmetric

Symmetric means being made up of exactly similar parts facing each other or around an axis; having symmetry.

Nasopharynx

The upper part of the pharynx, connecting the nasal cavity above the soft palate.

Oropharynx

Part of the pharynx located between the soft palate and the upper edge of the epiglottis, involved in swallowing and speech.

Laryngopharynx

The lower part of the pharynx located behind the larynx, serving as a passageway for both food to the esophagus and air to the larynx.