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In 1959, real GDP totaled $575 billion and in 2009 it totaled $1,255 billion. Be

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Question

In 1959, real GDP totaled $575 billion and in 2009 it totaled $1,255 billion. Between 1959 and 2009, the population increased from 50 million to 100 million. Between 1959 and 2009, the standard of living based on real GDP per person

increased from $11,500 to $12,550.

increased by about 118 percent.

increased by over 300 percent.

decreased from $125,500 to $28,750.

decreased by 9 percent.

A

increased from $11,500 to $12,550.

B

increased by about 118 percent.

C

increased by over 300 percent.

D

decreased from $125,500 to $28,750.

E

decreased by 9 percent.

Explanation / Answer

Answer.) A.)  increased from $11,500 to $12,550.

Real GDP per capita in 1959 = $575 bn / 50 mn = $11,500

Real GDP per capita in 2009 = $1255 / 100 mn = $12,550

Thus,  real GDP per person  increased from $11,500 to $12,550.