In the product method for measurement of national income, we need to deduct the value of intermedlate goods to __________.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is 3 i.e.avoid double counting
- To avoid double counting, the value of intermediary items must be subtracted from the total when using the product method to calculate national income.
- This approach focuses on figuring out the total value of products and services generated domestically.
- To make sure that only the value added at each stage of manufacturing is counted by eliminating intermediate items, which are needed to produce final goods.
- By not including the same commodities more than once, the national revenue estimates are kept from being inflated.