Question 40
Economic Growth and DevelopmentTo compare the standard of living among nations, the most widely used economic indicator is the
- A.real domestic output
- B.real gross national income
- C.real per capita income
- D.per capita nominal income
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (real per capita income)
Explanation
Real income per head allows for both price changes and population size, so it best compares living standards.