Because different nations have vastly different numbers of people living in them, gross domestic product (gdp) is a very poor way to compare the economic well-being of people in different countries. what economic statistic is used by economists in its place? a. gnp b. per capita gdp c. wealth total d. life expectancy.

Match each of the terms below with an example that fits the term. a. fungibility the production of gasoline b. inelasticity the switch from coffee to tea c. non-excludability the provision of national defense d. substitution the demand for cigarettes

Ronald sees that his employer's stock has grown from $20 a share to $60 a share this year, while most stocks have seen only 5% growth. his employer offers to let him convert a large portion of his salary into stock options. what is not a valid reason to turn down the stock offer? a)stocks with high returns have high volatility, and ronald's company may not grow further. b)ronald may be taxed more for capital gains than he would be for employment income. c)stock options are illiquid, and ronald may not be able to use them to pay for unexpected bills. d)ronald would be committing stock fraud if he exercises the options.

Which of the following best describes how manufacturing creates wealth? increases the number of affluent americans living in the united states and abroad drives the stock market, thus creating wealth for investors provides many low-wage jobs, driving down the unemployment rate increases the value of raw materials by turning them into something people and companies will purchase