Suppose Real GDP Is $14 Trillion and Potential Real GDP

question 306

Multiple Choice

Suppose real GDP is $14 trillion and potential real GDP is $14.4 trillion.An increase in government purchases of $400 billion would cause real GDP to ________ potential real GDP (assuming a constant price level) .

• A)equal
• B)be less than
• C)be more than
• D)There is insufficient information given here to draw a conclusion.

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Definitions:

Working Capital

The difference between a company's current assets and current liabilities, indicating the short-term financial health and operational efficiency of a business.

Current Ratio

A liquidity ratio that measures a company's ability to pay short-term and long-term obligations, calculated as current assets divided by current liabilities.

Acid-test Ratio

A financial metric that measures a company's ability to pay off its current liabilities with its most liquid assets without relying on the sale of inventory.

Debt-to-Equity Ratio

A ratio used to measure the balance between the amount of debt and equity financing a company's assets.