Scenario 14-2

question 234

Multiple Choice

Scenario 14-2. The economy is in long-run equilibrium. Suddenly, due to corporate scandals, international tensions, and the loss of confidence among policymakers, citizens become pessimistic concerning the future. They maintain this level of pessimism for a long time.
-Refer to Scenario 14-2. How does the new long-run equilibrium differ from the original one?

• A)Both the price level and real GDP are higher.
• B)Both the price level and real GDP are lower.
• C)The price level is the same and real GDP is lower.
• D)The price level is lower and real GDP is the same.

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Definitions:

IFRS

International Financial Reporting Standards, a set of accounting standards developed by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) that guide the preparation of financial statements globally.

Fair Value

The amount of money one would expect to obtain from selling an asset or the cost incurred to settle a liability, during a structured exchange between parties in the market, as of the valuation date.

Double-Declining-Balance

A method of accelerated depreciation that doubles the normal depreciation rate, reducing the book value of assets more quickly in the early years.

Depreciation Expense

The allocation of the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life, which reflects the loss in value due to usage, wear and tear, or obsolescence.