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Q · National IncomeMedium · 45s
Which one is included in the factor cost but not in the market price?
TopicNational Income
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
Step-by-Step Solution
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Factor cost = Market price − Net Indirect Taxes (which is Indirect Taxes − Subsidies).
Final Answer: Option B — Subsidies