The Central Characteristic of a High-Throughput Economy Is That It

The central characteristic of a high-throughput economy is that it ____.

A) generates large amounts of wealth throughout the population,resulting in continued growth
B) boosts economic growth by increasing the flow of matter and energy resources through the economic system
C) is extremely durable,although prone to cycles of downturn followed by rapid growth
D) is sustainable with slow but persistent growth and occasional periods of stagnation
E) generates large amounts of wealth for a few individuals who receive tax breaks to reinvest in the economy