When Government Policies Are Enacted

question 159

Multiple Choice

When government policies are enacted,

• A)equity can usually be enhanced without an efficiency loss, but efficiency can never be enhanced without an equity loss.
• B)efficiency can usually be enhanced without an equity loss, but equity can never be enhanced without an efficiency loss.
• C)it is always the case that either efficiency and fairness are both enhanced, or efficiency and equity are both diminished.
• D)None of the above are correct.

Evaluate the effects of changes in personal income tax rates on revenue collection from different income groups.

Interpret the relationship between government spending and its impact on the economy.

Understand the concept of transfer payments within government expenditures.

Assess the implications of demographic changes on government spending.

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