Table 7-1 Table 7-1 Shows the Aggregate Demand and Short-Run

question 142

Multiple Choice

Table 7-1
Table 7-1 shows the aggregate demand and short-run aggregate supply curves for an economy. The potential level of output is $7.6 trillion.
-Refer to Table 7-1. What kind of gap, if any, exists and what is the size of the gap?

• A) No gap exists because the economy is in equilibrium.
• B) There is a recessionary gap of $0.8 trillion.
• C) There is a recessionary gap of $0.2 trillion.
• D) There is an inflationary gap of $1 trillion.

Understand the implications of share repurchases on shareholder value.

Grasp the impact of dividend decisions on company financing and shareholder returns.

Understand the theories and policies regarding dividend payments and their impact on stock price.

Recognize the tax implications and investor responses to changes in dividend policy.

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