A an Economy Is Initially at the Natural Level of Output

question 23

Essay

a. An economy is initially at the natural level of output. There is an increase in government spending. Use the IS-LM model to illustrate both the short-run and long-run impact of this policy change. Be sure to label: i. the axes; ii. the curves; iii. the initial equilibrium, iv. the short-run equilibrium, and v. the terminal equilibrium. b. Explain in words the short-run and long-run impact of the change in government spending on output and interest rates.

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