When economists refer to "investment," they are describing a situation where
A)people are buying shares of corporate stock.
B)resources are devoted to increasing future output.
C)money is saved in a bank account.
D)financial assets are purchased in the hope of a monetary gain.

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Investment refers to the allocation of resources to increase future output, such as building factories or purchasing machinery.

When Economists Refer to "Investment," They Are Describing a Situation