An Unexpected Negative Demand Shock Would Lead to a Decrease

question 14

True/False

An unexpected negative demand shock would lead to a decrease in real GDP when prices are
inflexible.

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Definitions:

Price Elasticity

A parameter for gauging the response of demand to price variations of a product.

Excise Tax

A tax levied on the sale or consumption of specific goods or services, such as alcohol, tobacco, and gasoline.

Taxable Income

The amount of an individual's or corporation's income used to determine how much tax is owed to the government.

Progressive Income-tax

A tax system where the tax rate increases as the taxable amount increases, typically imposing higher taxes on higher income earners.