Suppose the Marginal Propensity to Consume Is 0

question 107

Multiple Choice

Suppose the marginal propensity to consume is 0.80 and taxes decrease by $10 billion.Which of the following is true?

• A) Disposable income and consumption fall by $10 billion
• B) Disposable income and consumption rise by $10 billion
• C) Disposable income rises by $10 billion and consumption rises by $8 billion
• D) Disposable income falls by $10 billion and consumption falls by $8 billion
• E) Disposable income rises by $10 billion and consumption falls by $8 billion

Understand the concept and calculation of raw materials price variance.

Understand how to classify variances as favorable or unfavorable.

Learn to apply variance analysis concepts to different time periods and scenarios.

Grasp the interconnectedness of different types of variances in manufacturing cost control.

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