Which of the Following Might Explain a Decrease in National

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which of the following might explain a decrease in national saving when the tax rate on savings is reduced?

• A)its substitution effect on saving and its effect on the government budget
• B)its substitution effect on saving but not its effect on the government budget
• C)its effect on the government budget but not its substitution effect on saving
• D)neither its substitution effect on saving nor its effect on the government budget

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Definitions:

Factory Heating and Lighting

This refers to the costs associated with heating and illuminating manufacturing facilities, often considered as part of the overhead expenses in product costing.

Product Costs

The costs directly associated with manufacturing a product, including direct materials, direct labor, and overhead.

Sales and Administrative Expenses

Costs associated with the general operation of a company and the sale of its products, excluding production costs.

Factory Overhead

Costs associated with running a factory that are not directly tied to a specific product, including utilities and salaries for management.