The Existence of Lags Prevents the Instantaneous Adjustment of the Economy

question 44

Multiple Choice

The existence of lags prevents the instantaneous adjustment of the economy to policies changing aggregate demand,thereby strengthening the case for

• A)supply-side policy.
• B)nonactivists.
• C)activists.
• D)demand-management policy.

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Definitions:

Average Fixed Cost

The fixed costs (costs that do not change with the level of output) of production divided by the quantity of output produced, decreasing as production increases.

Total Cost

The full price of producing goods, encompassing both stable and changeable expenses.

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Corrective or protective devices worn on the eyes, consisting of lenses mounted in a frame, to improve vision or protect the eyes from damage or light.

Average Variable Cost

The variable cost per unit of output, calculated by dividing total variable costs by the total output.