Since the Demand for Radishes Is Relatively Elastic, a Tax

question 222

True/False

Since the demand for radishes is relatively elastic, a tax on radishes would be largely borne by radish farmers.

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Inflationary Gap

The difference between the actual level of GDP and the potential GDP under full employment, indicating excess demand in the economy.

Government Spending

Total government expenditures on final goods and services, including salaries of public servants, public infrastructure, and other government activities.

Multiplier

A quantitative measure that indicates the proportional amount by which aggregate output is expected to increase following an injection of public spending or investment.

Multiplier

A factor by which an initial change in spending will alter total economic output by a greater amount.