What makes a bigger contribution to GDP,12 million cars sold at $28,000 each or 20 million computers sold at $1,000 each?
A) 12 million cars
B) 20 million computers
C) Both make the same contribution.
D) It is impossible to say without knowing the costs of production.

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The contribution of 12 million cars at $28,000 each is $336 billion, while 20 million computers at $1,000 each contribute $20 billion to GDP. Therefore, the cars make a bigger contribution.

What Makes a Bigger Contribution to GDP,12 Million Cars Sold