If the Marginal Propensity to Consume Is 0

question 159

Multiple Choice

If the marginal propensity to consume is 0.6, the marginal propensity to save is 0.4, and government spending increases by $2 billion at the same time taxes rise by $2 billion, equilibrium income will:

• A) rise by $2 billion.
• B) not change.
• C) fall by $2 billion.
• D) rise by $5 billion.

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Definitions:

Pro Rata Distribution

Pro rata distribution is a method of allocating a proportional amount or share of something such as dividends, assets, costs, or liabilities among all parties based on their respective shares.

FMV

Fair Market Value, the price that property or an asset would sell for on the open market under current conditions.

Basis

The original value or cost of an asset for tax purposes, used to determine capital gains or losses.

FMV

Stands for Fair Market Value, which is the price an asset would sell for on the open market, where both buyer and seller have reasonable knowledge of the asset and are willing to trade without pressure.