'GDP as an index of welfare may understate or overstate welfare. Explain the statement using examples of a positive and a negative externally'.
'GDP as an index of welfare may understate or overstate welfare. Explain the statement using examples of a positive and a negative externally'.
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GDP doesn't account for externalities
Positive Externality: eg: saving commuting time due to the construction of a fly-over, increases welfare, GDP as an index understates welfare
Negative Externalities: eg: Pollution from factories, decreases welfare, GDP overstates welfare.
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