All of the following are considered factors contributing to economic growth except O Growth in the quantity and quality of labor resources used O Growth in physical capital inputs (machines, tools, buildings, and inventories) O Growth in the money supply relative to the growth of final goods and services O Government protection of property rights

All of the following are considered factors contributing to economic growth except O Growth in the quantity and quality of labor resources used O Growth in physical capital inputs (machines, tools, buildings, and inventories) O Growth in the money supply relative to the growth of final goods and services O Government protection of property rights

Exploring Economics

8th Edition

ISBN:9781544336329

Author:Robert L. Sexton

Publisher:Robert L. Sexton

Chapter20: Economic Growth In The Global Economy

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 2P

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