If an Economist Wants to Make a Prediction About the Effects

question 38

Multiple Choice

If an economist wants to make a prediction about the effects of a change in disposable income on the change in consumption spending based on historical data, she must assume that

• A)the future will closely resemble the past.
• B)consumption and disposable income will be negatively related.
• C)the consumption function will have a downward slope.
• D)as disposable income increases, consumer spending will remain constant.

---

Definitions:

Salvage Value

The estimated residual value of an asset at the end of its useful life, expected to be recovered upon disposal.

Variable Manufacturing Costs

Costs that vary directly with the level of production, such as raw materials and labor expenses.

Variable Manufacturing Costs

Costs that vary directly with the level of production output, such as raw materials and direct labor.