All of the Following Contribute to Greater Deficits When Unemployment

question 85

Multiple Choice

All of the following contribute to greater deficits when unemployment rises and reduce the deficit during an inflationary gap except for

• A)U.S.exports.
• B)Welfare benefits.
• C)Progressive personal income taxes.
• D)Unemployment insurance benefits.

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