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What is the key statistic to track economic growth?
What is the key statistic to track economic growth?
Why is real GDP per capita a better indicator of a country's standard of living?
Why is real GDP per capita a better indicator of a country's standard of living?
Why can't we conclude that a Russian citizen is richer than a Luxembourg citizen based on real GDP?
Why can't we conclude that a Russian citizen is richer than a Luxembourg citizen based on real GDP?
What is the formula to express the percentage variation of GDP per capita?
What is the formula to express the percentage variation of GDP per capita?
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Why do macroeconomists use purchasing power parity exchange rates instead of market established exchange rates?
Why do macroeconomists use purchasing power parity exchange rates instead of market established exchange rates?
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What is the purpose of using a common indicator such as real GDP per capita to compare countries' GDP?
What is the purpose of using a common indicator such as real GDP per capita to compare countries' GDP?
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What is the primary focus of macroeconomists in the short-run?
What is the primary focus of macroeconomists in the short-run?
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What is the notable change in the twentieth century that reflects economic growth?
What is the notable change in the twentieth century that reflects economic growth?
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In the early 20th century, what percentage of homes in the United States had central heating?
In the early 20th century, what percentage of homes in the United States had central heating?
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Why do macroeconomists study economic growth?
Why do macroeconomists study economic growth?
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What is the term for the growing ability of the economy to produce goods and services?
What is the term for the growing ability of the economy to produce goods and services?
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What is the focus of macroeconomists in the long-run?
What is the focus of macroeconomists in the long-run?
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