Which of the Following Is an Investment in Human Capital

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an investment in human capital?

• A) The city government green lights the construction of a new concert arena.
• B) Rayburn Tool and Die Company purchases a new die-cutting machine.
• C) Displaced workers return to school to update their skills.
• D) Thompson Temp Agency replaces its desktop computers with laptop computers.

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