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Measuring the Economy

Question 5 • FL-2106020-M/J Civics Advanced B

What input do economists most often use when calculating an economy’s productivity?

Answer
A
gross domestic product
B
gross domestic product per capita
C
total number of work hours
D
total wages of all workers

Explanation

Economists commonly measure labor productivity as output divided by the amount of labor used. They use total work hours as the labor input, comparing it with the goods and services produced. Therefore, the correct choice is total number of work hours.

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