If the Consumption Function Is Expressed as C = a

question 112

Multiple Choice

If the consumption function is expressed as C = a + mpc × YD,then "a" represents

• A)autonomous consumer expenditure.
• B)the marginal propensity to consume.
• C)the expenditure multiplier.
• D)disposable income.

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Par Value

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Total Rate Of Return

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Zero-Coupon Bond

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