Case 2-2 Clyde Is Setting Up the New Computer That

question 44

Multiple Choice

Case 2-2 Clyde is setting up the new computer that he just bought and wants to attach peripheral devices to the USB ports. By using a USB hub, Clyde could connect up to ____ different peripherals with a single connector.

• A) 8
• B) 40
• C) 63
• D) 127

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Definitions:

Short-Run Aggregate Supply

This is the total supply of goods and services that firms in an economy plan on selling during a short time period, taking into account current prices.

Government Spending

The total expenditure by the government on goods and services, including public services, infrastructure, and welfare programs, to influence the economy.

Government Transfer Payments

Payments made by the government to individuals through programs such as Social Security and unemployment insurance, without any services being rendered in return.

Automatic Stabilizer

Economic policies and programs, such as unemployment insurance and taxation, that automatically adjust to counteract economic fluctuations without additional government intervention.