If the Government Determines That a Slowdown in the Growth

question 72

Multiple Choice

If the government determines that a slowdown in the growth of productivity is caused by a slowdown in technological growth,it might elect to

• A)implement tax laws to encourage more investment.
• B)devote more resources to military spending.
• C)implement policies to improve the educational system.
• D)devote more resources to improving roads and highways.
• E)reduce the taxes paid by workers to encourage an increase in aggregate hours.

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