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According to the Solow-Swan model, an increase in the savings rate will lead to which of the following long-run effects?
According to the Solow-Swan model, an increase in the savings rate will lead to which of the following long-run effects?
- A permanently higher level of output per capita. (correct)
- No change in the level of output per capita.
- A permanently higher growth rate of output.
- A permanently lower level of output per capita.
Which of the following fiscal policy actions is most likely to decrease aggregate demand in the short run?
Which of the following fiscal policy actions is most likely to decrease aggregate demand in the short run?
- A decrease in government spending. (correct)
- An increase in transfer payments.
- An increase in government borrowing.
- A decrease in taxes.
According to Keynesian economics, what is the primary determinant of employment levels in the short run?
According to Keynesian economics, what is the primary determinant of employment levels in the short run?
- The supply of labor.
- The level of aggregate demand. (correct)
- The flexibility of wages and prices.
- The natural rate of unemployment.
In an open economy, what is the likely effect of an increase in the domestic interest rate on the exchange rate, assuming other factors remain constant?
In an open economy, what is the likely effect of an increase in the domestic interest rate on the exchange rate, assuming other factors remain constant?
Suppose the interest rate in the U.S. is 5% and the interest rate in the Eurozone is 3%. According to the uncovered interest rate parity condition, what is the expected change in the exchange rate between the Euro and the U.S. dollar?
Suppose the interest rate in the U.S. is 5% and the interest rate in the Eurozone is 3%. According to the uncovered interest rate parity condition, what is the expected change in the exchange rate between the Euro and the U.S. dollar?
Which of the following is NOT a component of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) according to the expenditure approach?
Which of the following is NOT a component of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) according to the expenditure approach?
What is the primary relationship illustrated by the IS curve?
What is the primary relationship illustrated by the IS curve?
Which fiscal policy action would be the most effective at fighting demand-pull inflation?
Which fiscal policy action would be the most effective at fighting demand-pull inflation?
According to the Phillips Curve, a decrease in unemployment is most likely to be associated with which of the following?
According to the Phillips Curve, a decrease in unemployment is most likely to be associated with which of the following?
In a closed economy, if government spending increases by $100 billion and the marginal propensity to consume is 0.8, what is the maximum possible increase in national income, assuming no crowding out?
In a closed economy, if government spending increases by $100 billion and the marginal propensity to consume is 0.8, what is the maximum possible increase in national income, assuming no crowding out?
Flashcards
Harrod-Domar Model
Harrod-Domar Model
A model focusing on savings, investment, and population growth to explain economic growth.
Phillips Curve
Phillips Curve
Shows the inverse relationship between unemployment and inflation in an economy.
Fiscal Policy
Fiscal Policy
Government's use of spending and taxation to influence the economy.
Keynesian Economics
Keynesian Economics
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Exchange Rate
Exchange Rate
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Interest Rate
Interest Rate
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Interest Rate Parity
Interest Rate Parity
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Trade Balance
Trade Balance
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Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
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IS-LM Model
IS-LM Model
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Study Notes
- Economic growth models include the Harrod-Domar model.
- The Phillips Curve illustrates the inverse relationship between inflation and unemployment.
- Fiscal policy tools can influence economic activity.
Keynesian Economics
- Keynes' theories address employment and interest rate dynamics.
Open vs. Closed Economy
- Exchange rates and interest rates behave differently in open versus closed economies.
Interest Rate Parity
- Interest rate parity affects trade balance.
- National income concepts are important for macroeconomic analysis.
- IS-LM model is used for macroeconomic analysis.
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