Use the Following to Answer Questions

question 11

Multiple Choice

Use the following to answer questions:
-(Figure: Fiscal Policy II) Refer to Figure: Fiscal Policy II. Suppose that this economy is in equilibrium at E₁. If there is an increase in government purchases, _____ will shift to the _____, causing a(n) _____ in the price level and a(n) _____ in real GDP.

• A) AD_2; left; increase; decrease
• B) AD_2; left; decrease; decrease
• C) AD_1; right; increase; increase
• D) AD_1; right; decrease; increase

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Definitions:

Consumption Point

A specific point on a budget constraint that shows the combination of two goods that a consumer can afford.

Wheat

A staple grain that serves as a primary food source for a large portion of the world's population, used in a variety of products including bread, pasta, and cereal.

Cattle

Domesticated bovine animals raised for their meat (beef), milk, or hides, or as working animals.

Absolute Advantage

The capability of a party to produce a greater quantity of a good, product, or service than competitors, using the same amount of resources.