An example of a government policy to enhance technological progress is:

A. the provision of publicly-funded education.
B. government support for basic research.
C. the construction of an interstate highway system.
D. maintaining a well-functioning legal system.

Answer: B

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Which of the following variables is not needed to determine the break-even quantity?

a. Marginal costs b. Fixed Costs c. Selling Price d. Average Costs

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