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In the short run, how will an increase in aggregate demand most likely affect th

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Question

In the short run, how will an increase in aggregate demand most likely affect the overall price level and real GDP?

D.  decrease; increase

The following actions by the Federal Reserve Bank would have similar effects on the size of the US Money Supply - an increase in the reserve ratio and selling government securities

True

False

A.  increase; decrease B.  decrease; decrease C.  increase; increase

D.  decrease; increase

The following actions by the Federal Reserve Bank would have similar effects on the size of the US Money Supply - an increase in the reserve ratio and selling government securities

True

False

Which of the following best explains why a $7 billion tax cut can lead to a $21 billion increase in consumer spending in the short run? A.  Tax cuts reduce interest rates; which stimulates consumer spending and borrowing. B.  Tax cuts increase disposable income, and couple with the multiplier can lead to additional consumer spending C.  Tax cuts increase government transfer payments; which leas to higher national income and additional consumer spending. D.  Tax cuts reduce government spending; which encourages consumer spending.

Explanation / Answer

Answer 1: C increase,increase

as with increase in AD D>S leading to more prices ,thus more real production

Answer 2: True

increase in reserve ratio will lead to decrease in money supply and selling of government securities will also lead to same.

Answer 3:B Tax cuts increases disposable income and cuple with the multiplier can lead to additional consumer spending.