Figure 7-1

question 319

Multiple Choice

Figure 7-1. On the horizontal axis, K/L represents capital (K) per worker (L) . On the vertical axis, Y/L represents output (Y) per worker (L) .

-Refer to Figure 7-1. The curve becomes flatter as the amount of capital per worker increases because of

• A) increasing returns to capital.
• B) increasing returns to labor.
• C) diminishing returns to capital.
• D) diminishing returns to labor.

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Definitions:

Quick Ratio

A financial metric that measures a company's ability to cover its short-term liabilities with its most liquid assets, excluding inventory.

Current Liabilities

Short-term financial obligations due within one year or within the entity's operating cycle if longer.

Debt-Paying Ability

An indication of a company's financial strength, referring to its capacity to meet its debt obligations as they come due.

Solvency

The ability of a company or individual to meet long-term financial obligations, indicating financial health.