Question

Assume that a change in government policy results in greater production of both consumer goods and investment goods. We can conclude that:____________
A. the economy was not employing all of its resources before the policy change.
B. the economy's production possibilities curve has been shifted to the left as a result of the policy decision.
C. this economy's production possibilities curve is convex (bowed inward) to the origin.
D. the law of increasing opportunity costs does not apply in this society.

Answer 1

Assume that a change in government policy results in greater production of both consumer goods and investment goods. We can conclude that the economy was not employing all of its resources before the policy change.

Explanation:

Policies by government will affect economic growth

Government policies have a major role to play in encouraging (or deterring) economic growth. Economic policies that lead to economic growth include:

Investing in infrastructure:

Infrastructure, such as highways or bridges, is tangible capital available to all. Governments are increasing their capital stock in the country by investing in infrastructure.

Productivity and labor participation strategies :

Promoting a higher rate of labor participation, for example labor participation tax incentives, will lead to even more economic growth.

Policies promoting accumulation of capital and technological advancement:

Savings-enhancing strategies that lead to higher growth and thus capital investments. Strategies that encourage technological innovation, such as research and development tax credits, often lead to increased economic growth.