many developing nations, young women have lower enrollment rates in secondary school than do young men. hich of the following observations are consistent with greater educational opportunities for young women leading to faster economic growth in these untries? Check all that apply. Increased human capital reduces productivity. There are external benefits associated with greater knowledge in a country. The opportunity cost of having a child is lower.

many developing nations, young women have lower enrollment rates in secondary school than do young men. hich of the following observations are consistent with greater educational opportunities for young women leading to faster economic growth in these untries? Check all that apply. Increased human capital reduces productivity. There are external benefits associated with greater knowledge in a country. The opportunity cost of having a child is lower.

Micro Economics For Today

10th Edition

ISBN:9781337613064

Author:Tucker, Irvin B.

Publisher:Tucker, Irvin B.

Chapter17: Growth And Less Developed Countries

Section: Chapter Questions

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