Consider the IS Curve $\tilde { Y } _ { t } = \frac { 1 } { 1 - \bar { x } } \times \left[ \bar { a } - \bar { b } \left( R _ { t } - \bar { r } \right) \right]$

question 32

Multiple Choice

Consider the IS curve $\tilde { Y } _ { t } = \frac { 1 } { 1 - \bar { x } } \times \left[ \bar { a } - \bar { b } \left( R _ { t } - \bar { r } \right) \right]$ . If there is no demand shock and $\bar { b } = 2$ And $\bar { x } = 0.5$ , a 1 percent increase in the real interest rate causes short-run output to:

• A) fall by 2 percent
• B) rise by 4 percent
• C) fall by 4 percent
• D) fall by 0.5 percent
• E) Not enough information is given.

Recognize the impact of digital tools and market conditions on pricing decisions.

Describe the regulatory and ethical considerations in pricing.

Identify the tactics used for competitive pricing and market positioning.

Explain the role of price elasticity in decision-making processes.

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