Economic Growth US Growth over time

Growth saw a 38% growth in real GDP As populations grow GDP must also Real GDP per capita- real GDP divided by total population. (per capita=per person). This can help determine standard of living and comparing nations. Standard of living and quality of life Consistent rise in Real GDP should improve them

Capital deepening Process of increasing the amount of capital per worker- Physical capital=equipment for production Human capital=training and education for workers Increase in output and worker’s wages Growth will occur in economy. More workers= more productivity=more good=more money

Savings and Investment Capital Deepening Savings-income not used for consumption Savings rate- proportion of disposable income that is saved. Complete figure on page 321 Savings in retirement, banks, ultimately investments Banks and mutual funds make $$$$$ available to firms for capital deepening

Other examples Population impact *India- large population but little capital deepening *China- large population and increasing capital deepening Government effects- taxing = less investment Trade deficit can also hurt investment in economy

Technology Advance in technology will help with growth Technological progress- increasing efficiency by producing more without using more input Computers, robotics, new methods, etc,, 4 causes 1. Research 2. innovations 3. Scale of market 4. Education & Experience 5. Natural resources