The Value of the Consumer Price Index Increased from 140

question 103

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The value of the consumer price index increased from 140 to 147 during 2006. Nathan opened a bank account at the beginning of 2006, and at the end of 2006 his account balance was $12,840. The purchasing power of Nathan's account increased by 2 percent during the year. We can conclude that Nathan opened his account with a deposit of $11,500 at the beginning of 2006.

Analyze historical changes in consumer spending patterns.

Calculate induced consumption given consumption, disposable income, and autonomous consumption.

Projection of public savings based on given personal income levels.

Understand and calculate the APS given economic parameters.

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Definitions:

Economies Of Scale

The cost advantages that enterprises obtain due to their scale of operation, leading to a reduced cost per unit of output.

Long-Run Average Cost

The per-unit cost of production in the long term, where all inputs, including capital, are variable, often used to analyze economies of scale.

Scale Of Operation

The scope or size of a business or production process, which can affect efficiency and cost.

World Price

The international market price of a good, influenced by global supply and demand.