You buy one hundred shares of IBM stock at $100 per share and pay $250 commission.How much will this transaction add to GDP?
A)zero
B)$250
C)$10,000
D)$10,250

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The transaction of buying shares of IBM stock does not directly contribute to GDP. However, the commission paid to the broker is considered as a service provided and therefore, it is included in the calculation of GDP. Hence, the transaction will add $250 to GDP.

You Buy One Hundred Shares of IBM Stock at $100