When Considering GDP as a Measure of the Nation's Economic

question 23

Multiple Choice

When considering GDP as a measure of the nation's economic performance, which of the following statements is NOT true?

• A) GDP is a good measure of a nation's overall welfare.
• B) GDP is useful to map changes in the economy's domestic economic performance over time.
• C) GDP is underestimated because it does not include illegal activities.
• D) GDP would be a better measure of economic performance if it included nonmarket activities.

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