The concept of 'Economic Value Added' (EVA) is defined as: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The concept of 'Economic Value Added' (EVA) is defined as:
A. Net operating profit after tax minus the opportunity cost of capital employed
B. Only accounting profit
C. Only cash flow
D. Only revenue minus explicit costs
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Economic Value Added is a measure of residual income calculated as net operating profit after tax minus a charge for the opportunity cost of the capital employed in the business.

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In the context of economic growth, the Solow residual measures:
A. Contribution of capital accumulation only
B. Contribution of labour force growth only
C. Contribution of technological progress (total factor productivity)
D. Contribution of natural resources only

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
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A. Invisibles
B. Capital account or reserve assets
C. Current account
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Correct Answer: Option B


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A. 2017
B. 2015
C. 2013
D. 2016

Correct Answer: Option B


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