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In the long run, expanding educational and training facilities, transportation and communication and other infrastructure in LDCs should increase ?

Correct answer: B. absorptive capacity

  • A. productivity paradox
  • B. absorptive capacity
  • C. the residual
  • D. uncertainly

Explanation

Education, training and infrastructure improve a developing economy’s ability to adopt, operate and benefit from new technology and capital. This ability to use incoming technology and investment effectively is called absorptive capacity.

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