The nature of such concepts as «a social sphere» and «a social infrastructure» is investigated. The analysis of conditions and processes of investing fixed capital into the social sphere of Ukraine is done. Based on the analysis, the main objectives and the expected results of the social sphere fixed capital modernization are identified. The qualitative criteria of the modernization efficiency are outlined.
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