Can An Economy Grow Forever? part 2: Growth

Can An Economy Grow Forever? part 2: Growth

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Interactive Video

Business, Social Studies, Life Skills

7th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses economic growth, focusing on GDP as a measure of demand rather than supply. It highlights the importance of looking beyond GDP to assess economic well-being. The factors of production—land, labor, capital, and entrepreneurship—are explored, emphasizing the role of education and innovation in driving growth. The video also considers the potential limits to future technological advancements.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is GDP often used to measure economic growth?

It measures the well-being of an economy.

It is a direct measure of aggregate supply.

It is easier to calculate and reacts quickly.

It accounts for all production lines in an economy.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant reason for labor's contribution to economic growth?

Reduction in global population.

Better education and more people.

Increased availability of land.

Genetic improvements over generations.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does entrepreneurship differ from labor in the context of economic growth?

Entrepreneurship focuses on manual labor.

Entrepreneurship is about innovation and education.

Entrepreneurship relies solely on natural resources.

Labor is more important than entrepreneurship.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been the most influential factor of production over the past 200 years?

Capital

Labor

Land

Entrepreneurship

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What assumption is questioned regarding future technological innovation?

That innovation has no impact on wealth.

That innovation is unrelated to education.

That innovation will cease entirely.

That innovation will continue indefinitely.