Suppose the Saving Rate Is Initially Greater Than the Golden

question 30

Multiple Choice

Suppose the saving rate is initially greater than the golden rule saving rate. We know with certainty that a decrease in the saving rate will cause:

• A) a decrease in consumption per worker.
• B) a decrease in output per worker.
• C) a decrease in the rate of growth in the long run.
• D) All of the above.
• E) None of the above.

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