Which of the following government policies is least likely to increase likely to increase growth in Africa ?
Correct answer: D. increase restrictions on the importing of American tractors and electronics
- A. increase expenditure on public education
- B. eliminate civil war
- C. All of these answers would increase growth
- D. increase restrictions on the importing of American tractors and electronics
Explanation
Restricting imports of tractors and electronics reduces access to capital goods and technology, making production less efficient and slowing growth. Education spending and ending civil war generally strengthen human capital, investment and economic activity.
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