-The Above Figure Shows the AE Curve and 45° Line

question 279

Essay

-The above figure shows the AE curve and 45° line for an economy.
a) If real GDP equals $8 trillion, how do firms' inventories compare to their planned inventories?
b) If real GDP equals $16 trillion, how do firms' inventories compare to their planned inventories?
c) What is the equilibrium level of expenditure? Why is this amount the equilibrium?

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