Use the Following to Answer Questions

question 157

Multiple Choice

Use the following to answer questions .
Exhibit: Fiscal Policy Options
-(Exhibit: Fiscal Policy Options) If the aggregate demand curve is AD₂, which of the following is the most appropriate discretionary fiscal policy to pursue?

• A) a contractionary fiscal policy involving reductions in government spending and decreases in income tax rates
• B) a contractionary fiscal policy involving reductions in government spending and increases in income tax rates
• C) an expansionary fiscal policy involving increases in government spending and increases in income tax rates
• D) an expansionary fiscal policy involving increases in government spending and decreases in income tax rates

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