Tackle the Test: Free-Response Questions

  1. Question

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    A productivity curve is a graphical representation of an aggregate production function.

    Rubric for FRQ 1 (7 points)

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    1 point: Vertical axis is labeled “Real GDP per worker.”

    1 point: Horizontal axis is labeled “Physical capital per worker.”

    1 point: Upward-sloping curve is labeled “Aggregate production function” or “Productivity.”

    1 point: Curve increases at a decreasing rate (the slope is positive and decreasing).

    1 point: Equal increases in physical capital per worker lead to smaller increases in real GDP per worker.

    1 point: Upward shift of production function is labeled to indicate technological progress.

    1 point: Human capital per worker is held constant.

  2. Question

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    Croatia is a small country in Eastern Europe.