With more job training and more scholarships to poor American students, which special factor of production is likely to grow faster than in the past? A. human capital B. intellectual capital C. financial capital D. capital E. physical capital
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Human capital: The skills, knowledge, and experience possessed by individuals that contribute to their productivity and earning potential. B. Intellectual capital: The intangible assets of a business, such as patents, copyrights, and trademarks, that contribute Show more…
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