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

question 102

Multiple Choice

Exhibit 12-2
-In an economy characterized by the aggregate expenditure line in Exhibit 12-2, how would a $100 increase in autonomous net taxes 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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Definitions:

Job-Order Costing

An accounting method that tracks production costs to specific jobs or orders, allowing for detailed cost analysis of each job.

Predetermined Overhead Rate

A rate calculated by dividing estimated overhead costs by an allocation base, used to allocate overhead costs to products or services.

Direct Labor-Hours

A measure of the total hours worked by employees directly involved in manufacturing a product or providing a service.

Manufacturing Overhead

Manufacturing overhead encompasses all production costs other than direct materials and direct labor, including expenses like factory equipment maintenance and utilities.