JAMB Economics 1988 Question 3

Question 3

Basic Concepts

When a variable is associated with time period, it is

  1. A.a flow
  2. B.a stock
  3. C.circular
  4. D.static.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (a flow)

Explanation

A flow is measured over a period of time (e.g. income per month); a stock is measured at a point in time (e.g. wealth).