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The golden-rule saving rate is the rate of saving that ?

Correct answer: C. maximizes the level of long-run consumption

  • A. gets the highest rate of interest
  • B. maximizes the level of long-run investment
  • C. maximizes the level of long-run consumption
  • D. maximizes human capital

Explanation

In the Solow growth model, the golden-rule saving rate produces the highest sustainable level of consumption per worker in the long run. It is not defined by the highest interest rate or maximum investment alone.

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