Gross Domestic Product in 2009 was almost five times larger than it was in 1960 but it is important to note that
A) none of the growth represented more output.
B) measurement of output omitted any effect of inflation.
C) the population grew substantially over the same time period.
D) graphs of output were unable to display such growth.

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The statement mentions that the population grew substantially from 1960 to 2009. Therefore, it is important to consider the growth in population when comparing the size of the GDP between those two years. Options A, B, and D are not supported by the statement.

Gross Domestic Product in 2009 Was Almost Five Times Larger