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Economic Growth Vs Economic Development

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Economic growth is the increase in an economy's gross national product (GDP). It also refers to an improvement in the quality of the product, which is reflected in improved living standards and spending. Economic development refers to improvements in a country's capital goods, which make them more effective and efficient in their production. The increased quality of capital goods increases output per worker, which in turn boosts economic growth. Human resources are essential for economic growth Economic development can only be achieved when human resources are properly utilized. This includes natural resources, but it also includes human capital. It is important to consider these resources from an asset and liability perspective. Proper utilization of human capital depends on its extent and efficiency. Physical capital Physical capital is an important part of a company's valuation, but it can be difficult to measure. For example, a new law firm will require much less phys...

The Malthusian Theory of Economic Growth

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The Malthusian theory of economic growth is a theory of population growth and economic growth that is largely supported by countries with booming populations. However, the Malthusian theory is not universally supported, and there are some examples of countries where it does not apply. These countries include East Africa, which was affected by rapid population growth. The Rwandan Genocide, according to author Jared Diamond, was the result of population growth and illustrates Malthus' worst-case scenario. The lagging technological advances of the region meant that food production could not keep up with the booming population. Principles of nonstable population dynamics In the eighteenth century, Thomas Malthus recognized that the human population would multiply if resources were not scarce. However, he added a wrinkle to the equation by studying the effects of population growth in areas with scarce resources, such as land. The law of diminishing returns emerged from Malthus's re...

The Importance of Understanding Economics Principles

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When you are studying economics, you'll need to know a few principles. These include the Real/nominal principle, the Division of labor, and Imperfect competition. These economics principles are important to understand because they affect how we make decisions in the world. Understanding these principles will help you understand what makes a business successful. Real/nominal principle The Real/Nominal Principle is one of the most fundamental ideas in economics. The term real value refers to the actual amount of goods and services that a given amount of money can buy. The idea is very important when you are considering exchange rates, inflation, and other factors. There are two main ways to calculate the real/nominal interest rate. One method is based on the Consumer Price Index. The CPI measures inflation and shows the real value of a given quantity. The real value of a given quantity is equal to the nominal value plus the rate of change. Cost vs benefit The cost-benefit principle ...