_____ is a good measure for international businesses that sell goods and services focused on factors of production such as manufacturing plants and equipment as well as education and training.

A) Net export
B) Gross investment
C) Government spending
D) Private consumption

Gross Investment

The total expenditure on new capital assets (plant, equipment, buildings) before accounting for depreciation.

Net Export

The value of a country's total exports minus its total imports, representing the balance of trade.

Private Consumption

Expenditure by households on goods and services, excluding purchases of residences.