A nation's capital stock was valued at $500 billion at the start of the year and $575 billion at the end. Consumption of private fixed capital in the year was $35 billion. Assuming stable prices, net investment was ________.

A. $40 billion
B. $75 billion
C. $35 billion
D. $45 billion


Answer: B

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