Which of the Following Is the Most Likely Side Effect

question 95

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the most likely side effect of an increase in the relative size of the underground economy with the passage of time?

• A) The growth rate of real GDP will tend to understate the growth rate of total output.
• B) The growth rate of real GDP will tend to overstate the growth rate of total output.
• C) The GDP deflator will tend to overstate any increase in inflation.
• D) The GDP deflator will tend to understate any increase in inflation.

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Definitions:

Acquisition Differential

The difference between the purchase price of a company and the fair value of its identifiable net assets at the time of acquisition.

Amortized

The process of spreading the cost of an intangible asset over its useful life, or the gradual reduction of a debt through regular payments of principal and interest over a set period.

Undervalued Equipment

Equipment whose market value is higher than its book value or valuation on financial statements, suggesting it may be worth more than it appears.

Non-Controlling Interest

A share in the equity and profits of a subsidiary that are not owned by the parent company.