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factors of production

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noun

  • The inputs used in the creation of goods or services to make an economic profit, traditionally categorized as land, labor, capital, and entrepreneurship.

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“Before the Age of AI, economists were taught that there are only three factors of production: Land, Labor, and Capital,” said stock market veteran Ed Yardeni.

From Barron's ● May 6, 2026

Sony focused on the ideas of proprietary technology and owning all factors of production at the time.

From The Verge ● Jun. 24, 2021

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Possible Synonyms

  • economic inputs
  • land, labor, and capital
  • foundational economic elements
  • means of production
  • productive resources

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other words

  • outputs
  • final products
  • finished goods
  • economic output

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