"bathtub theorem" meaning in English

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Proper name

Forms: the bathtub theorem [canonical]
Etymology: In allusion to a bathtub with water entering from the taps and leaving by the plughole. Head templates: {{en-proper noun|def=1}} the bathtub theorem
  1. (economics) The idea that capital accumulation is equal to production minus consumption. Categories (topical): Economics
    Sense id: en-bathtub_theorem-en-name-J5WsLMBN Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: economics, science, sciences

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