Which of the following will most likely cause an outward shift in the production possibilities curve?
A) a reduction in the man-made productive resources available to the economy as the result of a decline in investment
B) an increase in government payments to farmers for taking land out of production
C) an increase from 40 to 50 hours in the average number of hours worked per week
D) None of the above would cause an outward shift in the production possibilities curve.

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An increase in the average number of hours worked per week can lead to higher production capacity, thus potentially shifting the production possibilities curve outward.

Which of the Following Will Most Likely Cause an Outward