in 2000, a small country has real gdp of $20,000 and a population of 150. by 2010, real gdp has grown to $30,000, and improved nutrition has allowed the population to increase to 220. which statement must be true for this nation? the productivity of labor in this nation has remained constant. the high rate of population growth has caused the standard of living to fall. in another 10 years, there will not be enough capital equipment for workers to use. the standard of living is higher in 2010 than it was in 2000. as the nation's leading expert in economics, you have been asked to present a series of economic policies you believe would be helpful to the nation. because of budget constraints, the legislature also wants you to rank your suggestions. which policy would be last on your list of policy proposals? reduction of trade barriers research and development funding strict population control measures improvement of the educational system