Suppose the Multiplier Is 2

question 29

Multiple Choice

Suppose the multiplier is 2.5 and investment increases by $20 billion. Starting at potential GDP, in the long run, equilibrium real GDP

• A)increases by $50 billion.
• B)increases by more than $50 billion.
• C)decreases by less than $50 billion.
• D)does not change.
• E)increases by less than $50 billion.

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Instinct

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