Which of the Following Would Reduce GDP by the Greatest

question 145

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would reduce GDP by the greatest amount?

• A) A $20 billion increase in taxes.
• B) $20 billion increases in both government spending and taxes.
• C) $20 billion decreases in both government spending and taxes.
• D) A $20 billion decrease in government spending.

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