The S-I Function Is Upward Sloping Because

question 6

Multiple Choice

The S-I function is upward sloping because:

• A) rising I are subtracted from constant S
• B) constant I are subtracted from rising S
• C) rising I are subtracted from rising S
• D) constant I are added to falling S

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