A number of factors can affect productivity and economic development.
Assign the following items to the appropriate factor category and state whether the effect would increase or decrease economic development.

(a) A hurricane destroys several oil refineries on the Gulf Coast.
(b) A computer software glitch causes a factory's production line to shut down for 5 hours.
(c) A new oil field is discovered in western North Dakota.
(d) A new drilling rig can extract oil more quickly from wells.
(e) Children in a high-crime area miss school due to safety concerns.
(f) A neuroscientist publishes a journal article on a process for improving students’ retention.

match the scenarios with terms related to financial aid.

pell grant

student loan

merit-based scholarship

richard is one of the leading college basketball players in the state of florida. he also maintains a good academic record. looking at his talent and potential, furman university offers to bear the expenses for his college education.

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anita wants to pursue a certificate program in sports nutrition. to pay for the course, she borrows money by filing the fafsa.

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nathan comes from a low-income household. he wants to pursue an undergraduate degree in marketing. he receives financial aid covering 50 percent of his college expenses. nathan does not have to pay back this amount.

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