In the Solow growth model of Chapter 8, where s is the saving rate, y is output per worker, and i is investment per worker, consumption per worker (c) equals:

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In the Solow growth model, we have y = f(k), where k is the capital per worker. The model assumes that individuals save a constant fraction, s, of their income and invest it in capital. Therefore, i = sy. Total output is then split between consumption and investment, so y = c + i, and c = y - i = y - sy = (1 - s)y.

In the Solow Growth Model of Chapter 8, Where S