Which Event Could Be Expected to Shift a Nation's Demand

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which event could be expected to shift a nation's demand for loanable funds, as shown in the accompanying graph?

• A) an increase in the productivity of capital
• B) a decrease in investor confidence
• C) a decrease in consumer wealth
• D) an increase in time preferences
• E) a drop in the number of retired workers

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