Which of the Following Government Policies Would Most Likely Result

question 127

Multiple Choice

Which of the following government policies would most likely result in an increase in economic growth?

• A)a decrease in the life of a patent from 20 years to 15 years
• B)a decrease in the interest rate at which the government provides student loans
• C)a decrease in government spending on grants issued through the National Institutes of Health
• D)decreased copyright protection on music and movies

---

Definitions:

Common Shares

Shares of stock representing ownership in a company, giving holders voting rights and a share in the company’s profits through dividends.

Stockholders' Equity

The residual interest in the assets of an entity after deducting liabilities, representing ownership interest held by stockholders.

Noncontrolling Interest

The portion of equity in a subsidiary not owned by the parent company, reflecting the interests of outside investors.

Subsidiary's Net Income

The amount of profit remaining after all expenses, including taxes and operating costs, have been subtracted from total revenue, specific to a company that is controlled by another entity.