A cartoon in the text shows two people watching television.On the screen are the words "Economic growth indicators are up,led by car repairs,divorce costs,open-heart surgeries,and toxic waste cleanups." The cartoon illustrates the

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The cartoon is highlighting the disconnect between economic growth indicators, such as GDP, and social welfare indicators. While the economy may be growing as indicated by the increase in car repairs, divorce costs, open-heart surgeries, and toxic waste cleanups, these are not necessarily indicative of an increase in overall societal well-being. This reflects the difference between economic welfare, which is primarily concerned with the production and consumption of goods and services, and social welfare, which considers a broader range of factors, such as health, education, and environmental quality.

A Cartoon in the Text Shows Two People Watching Television