Which of the Following Does Not Constitute an Act of "Investment

question 130

Multiple Choice

Which of the following does not constitute an act of "investment" as economists use the term?

• A) The city council authorizes the construction of a new fire station.
• B) A retiree buys 50 shares of stock at $10 a share and then sells the stock at a profit for $20 a share.
• C) An accountant attends a seminar on changes in the federal tax code.
• D) A department store increases its inventory of football jerseys before the Super Bowl.

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Organizational Structures

The systems of authority, communication, and allocation of responsibilities within a company or an organization.

Cultural Effectiveness

The ability to understand, communicate with, and effectively interact with people across cultures.

Rewards And Punishments

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Organizational Priorities

The ranked importance of goals, projects, or tasks within an organization, guiding decision-making and resource allocation.