In the Short-Run Keynesian Model Where the Marginal Propensity to Consume

question 73

Multiple Choice

In the short-run Keynesian model where the marginal propensity to consume is 0.75, to offset a recessionary gap resulting from a $1 billion decrease in autonomous consumption, taxes must be:

• A)increased by $1 billion.
• B)decreased by $1 billion.
• C)increased by $1.33 billion.
• D)decreased by $1.33 billion.

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Definitions:

Nominal Rate

The interest rate before adjustments for inflation or other factors, often referred to as the stated or face interest rate.

Compounded Quarterly

A method of calculating interest where the accrued interest is added to the principal sum every quarter, thus increasing the base for the next interest calculation.

Nominal Rate

The quoted interest rate on a loan or investment, not adjusting for the effect of compounding or inflation.

Compounded Quarterly

Interest on an investment or loan that is calculated and added to the principal four times a year.