The stock of knowledge, skills and talents that people possess is called ?
Correct answer: D. human capital
- A. training investment
- B. skill capital
- C. skill-building investment
- D. human capital
Explanation
Human capital is the accumulated stock of education, skills, training, knowledge and abilities embodied in people. It raises a worker’s productivity and potential earnings.
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