Which of the Following Would You Expect to Increase the Equilibrium

question 219

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would you expect to increase the equilibrium interest rate?

• A)an increase in the percentage of income after net taxes that households save
• B)an increase in the budget deficit
• C)a decrease in the profitability of investment projects firms are considering
• D)a change from an income tax to a consumption tax

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Definitions:

Wage Rate

The amount of money paid to an employee per unit of time or per task performed, often expressed as an hourly rate.

Budget Equation

A mathematical representation summarizing the balance between an individual's or organization's income and expenditures.

Leisure

Free time available to a person away from duties, work, or other compulsory activities.

Nonlabor Income

Income received that does not originate from employment or work efforts, such as dividends, interest, or rental income.