The World View article titled "The Education Gap between Rich and Poor Nations" says that 85 percent of all Americans graduate from high school.This is an example of
A)The inequitable distribution of income.
B)A negative externality.
C)Investment in human capital.
D)Capital-intensive production.

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The statistic cited in the article about 85 percent of Americans graduating from high school is an example of investment in human capital, which refers to the skills, knowledge, and education that people possess and that contribute to their ability to earn income and be productive in society. This investment in education is critical for economic growth and development, particularly in poorer nations where there may be a large education gap compared to wealthier nations.

The World View Article Titled "The Education Gap Between Rich