In the context of growth theory, 'Semi-Endogenous Growth' models feature: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In the context of growth theory, 'Semi-Endogenous Growth' models feature:
A. No role for research and development
B. Long-run growth that is fully endogenous to policy
C. Long-run growth that depends on population growth but not on policy parameters that affect the R&D share
D. Only exogenous technological progress
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Semi-endogenous growth models retain diminishing returns to knowledge in the R&D sector, so that long-run growth is proportional to population growth and is not affected by the share of resources devoted to R&D.

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The 'United Nations Office at Geneva' is the second largest UN centre after:
A. Paris
B. Vienna
C. Nairobi
D. New York

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
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A. Py divided by Px
B. Px multiplied by Py
C. negative Px divided by Py
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Correct Answer: Option C


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Correct Answer: Option D


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