If We Were to Change the Interpretation of the Term

question 19

Multiple Choice

If we were to change the interpretation of the term "loanable funds" in such a way that government budget deficits would affect the demand for loanable funds, rather than the supply of loanable funds, then

• A)crowding out would not be a consequence of an increase in the budget deficit.
• B)higher interest rates would not be a consequence of an increase in the budget deficit.
• C)an increase in the budget deficit would cause the demand for loanable funds to decrease.
• D)we would be making only a semantic change in how we analyze the effects of government budget deficits.

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Definitions:

FIFO

First-In, First-Out, an inventory valuation method where goods purchased or manufactured first are sold or used first.

LIFO

Last In, First Out, an inventory valuation method where the most recently produced items are recorded as sold first.

Bonus Rate

An additional rate of interest applied over the standard rate in certain savings accounts or investments as an incentive.

Specific Identification Method

An inventory valuation method that tracks the cost of specific items purchased and sold.