Section 5
Capital, Productivity, and Technology
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Capital and Technology
Firms add capital to the point where the value of marginal product of capital is equal to the rental rate of capital.
Total Factor Productivity
Total factor productivity, which captures how efficiently inputs are utilized, is a key indicator of competitiveness.
Changes in Technology Over Time
Technological improvement improves the efficiency of production, which increases supply and lowers prices.