Which of the Following Would Cause Prices and Real GDP

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would cause prices and real GDP to rise in the short run?

• A)short-run aggregate supply shifts right
• B)short-run aggregate supply shifts left
• C)aggregate demand shifts right
• D)aggregate demand shifts left

Evaluate the dynamics of fixed versus flexible exchange rate systems.

Relate economic growth rates to changes in trade balances and currency values.

Illustrate the role of speculations and expectations in foreign exchange markets.

Calculate and interpret exchange rates and their practical implications for international transactions.

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Definitions:

Indirect Labor

Labor costs of workers who assist in or facilitate the manufacturing process but do not directly work on the product.

Prime Costs

Direct materials and direct labor costs that are directly associated with the production of goods.

Factory Overhead Costs

Expenses related to operating a factory that cannot be directly traced to specific units produced, such as electricity, maintenance, and rent of the factory space.

Direct Labor Costs

Costs that are directly associated with the production of goods or services, typically wages paid to workers directly involved in manufacturing or production.