Stocks and bonds are not considered to be an economic resource because they:
A)sometimes fall in value
B)do not earn interest income
C)are available in unlimited quantities
D)are not free gifts of nature
E)do not add to the economy's stock of real capital

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Stocks and bonds are financial assets and do not add to the economy's stock of real capital, such as buildings or equipment. While they can be valuable and generate income for investors, they are not considered an economic resource in the same way that physical capital or natural resources are.

Stocks and Bonds Are Not Considered to Be an Economic