increasing marginal returns
(in-creas-ing-mar-ginal-re-turns)
7 syllables
Definition
noun. an economic principle indicating that as the quantity of one input increases while other inputs remain constant, the incremental output produced by each additional unit of input will eventually increase.
Example Sentence
In agriculture, increasing marginal returns can be observed when a farmer uses more fertilizer, leading to higher crop yields.
More Example Sentences
The concept of increasing marginal returns helps businesses understand how to optimize their resources for maximum efficiency.
Synonyms
positive returns; increasing output; enhanced productivity
Antonyms
diminishing returns; negative returns; decreasing output
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