An important critique of real business cycle theory is the belief that cyclical movements in total factor productivity
A) rarely occur.
B) may, in part, be an artifact of measurement error.
C) lead to imperceptible changes in labor demand.
D) are too small to account for the size of fluctuations in real GDP.
B
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A) a compensating differential. B) arbitrage income. C) overtime pay. D) a fringe benefit.
If the money price of hats rises and no other prices change, the I. relative price of a hat rises. II. opportunity cost of a hat rises
A) only I B) both I and II C) only II D) neither I nor II
Suppose the two countries can trade shares in the ownership of their perspective assets. Further, assume that a Home owner of a 10 percent share in Foreign land
He will receive 10 percent share in Foreign land, and thus receives 10 percent of the annual Foreign kiwi fruit harvest. Further assume that a Foreign owner of a 10 percent share in Home land is permitted. In this case, a Foreigner is entitled to 10 percent of the Home harvest. Calculate the expected value of kiwi fruit for each investor. Is the investor better off?
Davis and Huttenback (1982) find evidence to support the claim that the colonists were overtaxed by England
Indicate whether the statement is true or false