If a "Liberal" Wanted to Increase Aggregate Demand, Which of the Following

question 155

Multiple Choice

If a "liberal" wanted to increase aggregate demand, which of the following would he or she tend to favor?

• A)An increase in government spending, because it will increase the size of the public sector.
• B)A decrease in transfer payments, because it keeps the public sector small.
• C)An increase in transfer payments, because it has a larger multiplier than tax changes.
• D)A decrease in taxes, because it makes the public sector smaller.

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Definitions:

Virtues

Qualities or traits that are deemed to be morally good and thus is valued as a foundation of good moral being.

Infant-Industry Argument

A justification for protectionist policies that asserts new industries need to be shielded from international competition until they are mature and competitive enough.

Implementation

refers to the process of executing a plan, project, or method to completion.

Absolute Advantage

The ability of a country, individual, company, or region to produce a good or service at a lower cost per unit than the cost at which any other entity produces that good or service.