Use the Following to Answer Questions

question 105

Multiple Choice

Use the following to answer questions .
Exhibit: Real GDP and the Multiplier

-(Exhibit: Real GDP and the Multiplier) Suppose the equilibrium level of real GDP at the prevailing price is $500 billion below potential real GDP. All else constant, by how much should autonomous aggregate expenditures be increased to reach potential output?

• A) $150 billion
• B) $200 billion
• C) $400 billion
• D) $500 billion

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Definitions:

Margin Of Safety

It represents the difference between actual or budgeted sales and the break-even point. It indicates how much sales can fall before a business incurs a loss.

Contribution Format

A specific income statement format that separates fixed costs from variable costs to compute contribution margin, which helps in decision-making.

Income Statement

A record presenting the financial performance of a corporation, including its revenue, expenses, and net earnings, over a designated period.

Break-Even Point

The level of sales at which total revenues equal total costs, resulting in no profit or loss for the business.