Which of the Following Is a Normative Statement

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a normative statement?

• A)An output gap can be either expansionary or contractionary.
• B)Structural unemployment has increased.
• C)If the price of gasoline increases, people will probably buy less.
• D)The taxes on cigarette and alcohol should be increased.

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Definitions:

Poverty Line

The minimum level of income deemed necessary to achieve an adequate standard of living in a given country, used to identify those living in poverty.

Welfare

Welfare refers to government programs designed to support the well-being of its citizens, especially those in financial need.

Poverty Line

A defined level of income that is considered the minimum necessary to maintain a standard of living.

Losing Ground

A phrase indicating that a person, organization, or entity is falling behind in competition or losing advantage.