When Contractionary Fiscal Policy Leads to

question 77

Multiple Choice

When contractionary fiscal policy leads to

• A) less private investment because of higher interest rates, the change in investment is called crowding in by economists.
• B) more private investment because of lower interest rates, the change in investment is called crowding in by economists.
• C) less private investment because of lower interest rates, the change in investment is called crowding in by economists.
• D) less private investment because of higher interest rates, the change in investment is called crowding out by economists.

Understand the concept and importance of non-controlling interest (NCI) in consolidated financial statements.

Identify and describe the components and presentation of the consolidation worksheet, including adjustments for NCI.

Calculate the fair value of identifiable net assets acquired in a business combination.

Explain the accounting treatment of non-controlling interests within equity in consolidated financial statements.

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