Assume That an Economy's Spending Multiplier Is 4

question 106

Multiple Choice

Assume that an economy's spending multiplier is 4. If this economy is in equilibrium at $2,000 billion, then which one of the following actions will bring it to a full-employment equilibrium of $1,500 billion?

• A) $500 billion spending cut.
• B) $500 billion spending increase.
• C) $125 billion spending cut.
• D) $125 billion spending increase.

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Definitions:

Intercompany Sales

Transactions involving the exchange of goods or services between subsidiaries within the same parent company.

Mark-Up

The amount added to the cost price of goods to cover overhead and profit, resulting in the selling price.

Effective Tax Rate

The true percentage of earnings that a person or business pays to the government, determined by dividing their total tax contribution by their taxable income.

Consolidated Statements

Consolidated Statements are financial reports that aggregate the financial position and operating results of a parent company and its subsidiaries, presenting them as a single entity.