The Ricardian Equivalence Theorem Implies That

question 41

Multiple Choice

The Ricardian equivalence theorem implies that

• A) government debt policy must be handled correctly for the economy to prosper.
• B) the amounts of government spending are neutral.
• C) an increase in government spending has no effect on the economy, as long as there is an equal change in taxes.
• D) the timing of taxes collected by the government is neutral.
• E) the present value of government spending must be equal to the present value of taxes.

Understand the components and preparation of the statement of cash flows.

Identify and calculate cash flows from operating activities using both the direct and indirect methods.

Analyze changes in non-current assets, liabilities, and equity accounts to determine cash flows from investing and financing activities.

Interpret the impacts of changes in current asset and liability accounts on cash flows.

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