Q. Which of the following would constitute "real investment"?

1. Purchasing a plot and building a house on it
2. Purchasing National Savings Certificate
3. Opening a deposit account with a bank
4. Purchasing plant and machinery for your business

Select the correct option from the codes given below:
Answer: Only 1 & 4
Notes: Real investment refers to the allocation of funds to acquire tangible assets like real estate (purchase and construction of property) or productive assets (such as plant and machinery). National Savings Certificates and bank deposits are considered financial investments, not real investment, as they do not represent acquisition of physical or productive assets.