If output rises but workers' average sick-leave days also increase sharply what may this indicate?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Workplace health or quality of life may be worsening
The governing concept is that GDP should be considered alongside social and health indicators when assessing welfare. Rising output measures more market production, but sharply higher sick-leave days may signal unsafe workplaces, stress, pollution, or worsening health. Therefore option C is correct. The evidence does not show that every worker is healthy, that GDP is wrongly measured, or that output fell.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Workplace health or quality of life may be worsening
Why is this the correct answer?
The governing concept is that GDP should be considered alongside social and health indicators when assessing welfare. Rising output measures more market production, but sharply higher sick-leave days may signal unsafe workplaces, stress, pollution, or worsening health. Therefore option C is correct. The evidence does not show that every worker is healthy, that GDP is wrongly measured, or that output fell.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Economics question. Chapter: National Income and Related Aggregates. Topic: GDP and Welfare.
