In the Equation, GDP = C + I + G

question 113

Multiple Choice

In the equation, GDP = C + I + G + X - M, G refers to

• A)local, state and Commonwealth government spending for all purposes.
• B)local, state and Commonwealth government expenditure on goods and services, not including transfer payments.
• C)the taxes and expenditures of all government units.
• D)Commonwealth government expenditures plus all transfer payments.

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Definitions:

Defense Mechanisms

Psychological strategies used unconsciously to protect oneself from anxiety arising from unacceptable thoughts or feelings.

Self-protective Mechanisms

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