Scenario 13-1 -Refer to Scenario 13-1

question 398

Multiple Choice

Scenario 13-1. Assume the following information for an imaginary, closed economy. $$\begin{array} { l } \text { GDP } = \$ 120,000 ; \text { consumption } = \$ 70,000 ; \text { private savng } = \$ 9,000 \text {; } \\\text { national saving } = \$ 12,000\end{array}$$
-Refer to Scenario 13-1. This economy's government is running a

• A)budget surplus of $3,000.
• B)budget surplus of $6,000.
• C)budget deficit of $3,000.
• D)budget deficit of $6,000.

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Definitions:

Consolidated Balance Sheet

A financial statement that shows the combined financial position of a parent company and its subsidiaries, presenting the total assets, liabilities, and equity of the entire group.

Consolidated Income Statement

A financial report that combines the income, expenses, and net profit of a parent company and its subsidiaries, showing the total earnings of the entire corporation.

Non-Controlling Interests

A minority stake in a company, representing shareholders who do not have controlling interest or decision-making power in the enterprise.

Goodwill

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