In an Effort to Balance the Federal Budget, an Increase

question 41

Multiple Choice

In an effort to balance the federal budget, an increase in Social Security taxes is passed.What is the most likely effect of this on equilibrium GDP?

• A)GDP will increase.
• B)GDP will decrease.
• C)GDP will not change but prices will rise.
• D)GDP will not change but employment will increase.

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