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question 8

Multiple Choice

A 10 percent increase in income leads to a 15% decrease in the quantity of macaroni and cheese demanded but no change in the price of macaroni and cheese. From this information, we can assume:

• A) macaroni is a normal good and price elasticity of demand is greater than 1.
• B) macaroni is an inferior good and price elasticity of supply is equal to zero.
• C) macaroni is an inferior good and price elasticity of supply is infinite.
• D) macaroni is an inferior good and price elasticity of demand is less than 1.

Identify characteristics and calculations of standard residuals in regression models.

Comprehend the basics of simple linear regression and the interpretation of regression statistics.

Recognize the implications of Durbin-Watson statistic values and autocorrelation in data.

Understand the concept and significance of variability in observed versus predicted values.

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Definitions:

Real Balances

Real balances refer to the purchasing power of money holdings, adjusted for changes in the price level, indicating how much can be bought with a given amount of money.

Line Segment QR

A part of a line that is bounded by two distinct end points, Q and R, and contains every point on the line between Q and R.

Unemployed Resources

Factors of production that are available for use but are not currently engaged in the production of goods or services.

Keynesian Model

An economic theory stating that government intervention through fiscal policies is necessary to moderate the boom and bust cycles of an economy.