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question 149

Multiple Choice

Use the following to answer questions .
Exhibit: Fiscal Policy Options
-(Exhibit: Fiscal Policy Options) If the aggregate demand curve is AD₀, which of the following is the most appropriate discretionary fiscal policy to pursue?

• A) increase government spending, increase individual income tax rates, and increase corporate income tax rates
• B) increase government spending, increase individual income tax rates, and decrease corporate income tax rates
• C) increase government spending, decrease individual income tax rates, and decrease corporate income tax rates
• D) maintain existing government spending, individual income tax rates, and corporate income tax rates

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Definitions:

Carrying Amounts

The value at which an asset or liability is recognized in the balance sheet after accounting for depreciation, amortization, and impairment costs.

Negative Goodwill

A situation that occurs when the purchase price of a company is less than the fair value of its net assets, often recognized as a gain in the acquirer's profit and loss account.

Identifiable Net Assets

Assets of an acquired company that can be assigned a fair value and are capable of being separated or divided from the entity for recognition during an acquisition.

Contingent Consideration

Contingent consideration refers to a payment that may be required in the future, the amount of which depends on certain events or conditions that may or may not happen.