Exhibit 12-2 -In an Economy Characterized by the Aggregate Expenditure Line in Expenditure

question 14

Multiple Choice

Exhibit 12-2
-In an economy characterized by the aggregate expenditure line in Exhibit 12-2, how would a $100 decrease in autonomous government spending impact real GDP?

• A)decrease real GDP by $200
• B)decrease real GDP by $100
• C)no impact on real GDP
• D)increase real GDP by $100
• E)increase real GDP by $200

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Shut Down

In economics, shut down refers to a short-term decision by a firm to cease production because operating costs exceed the revenue generated, particularly when prices fall below variable costs.

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LRAC Curve

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Entry

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