Suppose Aggregate Output Is Demand-Determined

question 27

Multiple Choice

Suppose aggregate output is demand-determined.If the business community decreases its planned investment expenditures by $4 billion,causing equilibrium national income to fall by $20 billion,the marginal propensity to spend must be

• A)2/5.
• B)1/3.
• C)1/2.
• D)4/5.
• E)5.

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Definitions:

Finished Goods

Merchandise that has undergone the entire manufacturing process and is prepared for sale to buyers.

Direct Labor

The labor costs of workers who are directly involved in the production of goods or services.

Indirect Labor

Labor costs not directly tied to the production of goods or services, such as maintenance staff and supervisors.

Work in Process

Goods partially completed in manufacturing, not yet ready for sale.