The National Deficit Is the Difference Between Our Nation's Exports

question 290

True/False

The national deficit is the difference between our nation's exports and its imports.

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Definitions:

Expansionary Gap

A situation where the actual output in an economy exceeds the potential output, leading to inflationary pressure.

Expansionary Gap

A situation in macroeconomics where a country's actual gross domestic product exceeds its potential GDP, leading to inflation.

Fiscal Policy

Refers to the use of government spending and tax policies to influence economic conditions, including demand, employment, and inflation.

Aggregate Demand Curve

A graphical representation showing the relationship between the total quantity of goods and services demanded across all sectors of an economy and the price level, all else being equal.