Effects of Labor and Resources on Economy's Output: Production Possibility Curve Analysis
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Use production possibility curve diagrams to explain the effect on an economy’s output of (i) increased use of its existing labour, and (ii) an increased availability of natural resources For knowledge and understanding of a production possibility curve and application to show an increased use of its existing labour.
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🌟Effect of Increased Use of Existing Labor🌟
Introduction:
💥 A production possibility curve (PPC) illustrates the maximum output an economy can produce given its resources and technology.
Explanation using Diagram:
💥 A PPC diagram shows a movement from a point within the curve to a point on or nearer to the curve.
💥 This movement indicates increased utilization of labor resources, leading to improved efficiency and productivity.
💥 As existing labor is used more efficiently, total output increases, and the economy moves towards the production frontier.
🌟Effect of Increased Availability of Natural Resources🌟
Introduction:
💥 An increase in the availability of natural resources can shift the PPC outward, showing the economy's potential to produce more goods and services.
Explanation using Diagram:
💥 A PPC diagram illustrates a shift outward of the curve due to increased availability of natural resources.
💥 This shift represents the expansion of the economy's production capacity as it can now produce more output with the same level of technology.
💥 With more natural resources, the economy can increase total output and potentially achieve higher levels of economic growth.
Conclusion:
💥 The increased use of existing labor and availability of natural resources both have positive effects on an economy's output and growth potential.
💥 By understanding and applying the concepts of PPC and resource utilization, policymakers can make informed decisions to enhance economic performance.
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ECONOMICS
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A level and AS level
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To explain the effect on an economy's output of (i) increased use of its existing labour, and (ii) an increased availability of natural resources using production possibility curve diagrams:
Knowledge and understanding of a production possibility curve and application to show an increased use of existing labour:
💥 Diagram of a PPC with appropriately labelled axes:
💥 Showing a movement from a point within a PPC to a point on or nearer to the PPC curve.
💥 Explanation of how improved utilization of resources results in the change shown:
💥 An increased use of existing labor will lead to a fall in unemployment, resulting in increased total output as the point within the curve moves closer to the production frontier. This signifies improved utilization of labor resources.
💥 (Up to 2 marks) (Up to 4 marks)
Knowledge and understanding of a production possibility curve and application to show increased availability of natural resources:
💥 Diagram of a PPC with appropriately labelled axes:
💥 Showing a shift outward of the curve.
💥 Explanation of how increased availability of natural resources results in the change shown:
💥 An increased availability of natural resources will increase the potential output of the economy, leading to a likely rise in total output.
💥 (Up to 2 marks) (Up to 4 marks)