Define what dead capital is and why economists are concerned with its existence

What will be an ideal response?


Dead capital is when capital resources lack a clear title of ownership. Dead capital is a concern because it can lead to a reduction in investment and economic growth in developing nations. Dead capital will lead to a reduction in investment if the investors can not count on having clear ownership of their capital. Dead capital will lead to a reduction in economic growth because resources cannot be put to their most efficient use.

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