Increased Uncertainty and Pessimism About the Future of the Economy

question 153

True/False

Increased uncertainty and pessimism about the future of the economy lead firms to desire less investment spending which shifts the aggregate-demand curve to the left.

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Definitions:

Negative Externalities

Costs suffered by a third party due to the economic activities of others, not accounted for in the market price.

Opt Out

The act of choosing not to participate in something, often used in the context of subscriptions or policies where enrollment is automatic or default.

Inadequate Information

Inadequate information refers to a lack of enough or a deficit in relevant data or knowledge necessary for making informed decisions.

Asymmetric Information

A situation where one party in a transaction has more or better information than the other, leading to an imbalance in power.