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What is the primary purpose of using the GDP deflator?

  • To compare aggregate demand across different regions
  • To determine the price level of specific items in the economy
  • To measure the total output of an economy without considering price changes
  • To adjust nominal GDP for the effects of inflation (correct)

    • Which of the following accurately describes nominal GDP?

  • It is the GDP adjusted for changes in price levels.
  • It includes only durable goods in its calculations.
  • It represents the total output of an economy in current prices. (correct)
  • It is measured using a consistent basket of goods over time.

    • What problem does inflation pose when measuring economic growth?

  • It complicates the comparison of output across different years. (correct)
  • It eliminates the need for a constant dollar GDP measurement.
  • It overestimates the actual output of the economy.
  • It directly affects the aggregate supply curve.

    • What does the term 'real GDP' refer to?

    <p>The GDP calculated at a fixed price level to eliminate the effects of inflation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between aggregate demand and supply in an economy?

    <p>Aggregate demand and supply together determine the total market equilibrium price.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of unemployment arises from a mismatch between people's skills and the available jobs?

    <p>Structural Unemployment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of unemployment is characterized by temporary job loss between positions?

    <p>Frictional Unemployment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During an economic recession, which type of unemployment typically increases?

    <p>Cyclical Unemployment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered the natural unemployment rate?

    <p>The sum of frictional and some structural unemployment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors does NOT influence natural unemployment?

    <p>Levels of education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What leads to seasonal unemployment?

    <p>Seasonal nature of certain jobs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true regarding full employment?

    <p>It is a goal of fiscal policy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an effect of real wage rates on unemployment?

    <p>Minimum wages can cause increased structural unemployment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor contributes to the rise in Canada's estimated natural unemployment rate?

    <p>Reforms to unemployment insurance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Okun's law, what is the relationship between actual unemployment and the GDP gap?

    <p>A 1% increase in actual unemployment corresponds to a 2% GDP gap</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consumer price index (CPI) primarily used to measure?

    <p>The average prices paid by urban consumers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant consequence of unexpected inflation for workers?

    <p>It raises prices without raising wages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the economy when real GDP exceeds potential GDP due to unexpected inflation?

    <p>Investment opportunities dry up</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does deflation affect consumers and employers differently?

    <p>It benefits consumers by lowering prices but not employers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is hyperinflation characterized by?

    <p>Inflation rates of 50% or higher per month</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does high unemployment have on the Canadian economy?

    <p>It deteriorates individual well-being and economic performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Aggregate Demand represent in an economy?

    <p>Total demand for all goods and services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is the most significant in determining Aggregate Demand?

    <p>Consumption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to Aggregate Demand when consumer consumption increases?

    <p>Aggregate Demand shifts to the right</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do interest rates influence investment spending?

    <p>Higher interest rates generally decrease investment spending</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs when the government increases its spending?

    <p>Aggregate Demand shifts to the right</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is NOT directly related to changes in Aggregate Demand?

    <p>Market competition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact does an increase in domestic inflation have on export demand?

    <p>It decreases export demand by making goods more expensive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding the components of GDP?

    <p>GDP can be calculated using the formula GDP = C + I + G + (X-M)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to Canadian exports when income levels rise for consumers in trading partner countries?

    <p>They rise.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal when selecting the CPI basket?

    <p>To represent average spending habits of households</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does an increase in the value of the Canadian dollar have on the attractiveness of Canadian products for foreign buyers?

    <p>It makes them less attractive.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does CPI stand for?

    <p>Consumer Price Index</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the aggregate supply (AS) curve behave at low output levels?

    <p>It is elastic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the AS curve when prices for inputs like land, labor, or capital increase?

    <p>The curve shifts upwards and to the left.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the inflation rate calculated using CPI?

    <p>CPI year 2 - CPI year 1, then divided by CPI year 1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What limitation arises from the definition of family size used in CPI calculations?

    <p>It does not account for households with more than four members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does the discovery of new resources have on the economy's maximum capacity?

    <p>It increases maximum capacity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant factor considered when conducting the monthly price survey for the CPI?

    <p>The same item must be recorded each month</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the AS curve shift when improvements in technology enhance workforce productivity?

    <p>It shifts downward in the elastic portion and to the right in the vertical portion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might the CPI not reflect the accurate financial reality for some households?

    <p>CPI weightings may not represent individual spending habits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does the AS curve become perfectly inelastic?

    <p>At higher output levels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential effect of an increase in the availability of resources in the economy?

    <p>A shift of the AS curve downward.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the first steps in calculating the CPI?

    <p>Find the cost of the CPI basket at base period prices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the weighting of different categories impact the CPI?

    <p>It affects how price changes are perceived by households</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Macroeconomics

    • Study of the entire economy, encompassing all markets (consumers, workers, firms)
    • Aims to understand the economy's overall performance
    • Measures include output (GDP), employment (unemployment rates), and price stability (CPI)

    Why Measure Economic Performance?

    • Helps governments evaluate economic policies and effectiveness
    • Allows comparisons between economies of different countries
    • Enables understanding the impact of specific industries or sectors on the overall economy
    • Provides insights for negotiating labor contracts and business investments

    Measuring Output

    • Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is the most common indicator of economic progress
    • Represents the total market value of all final goods and services produced within a country in a year
    • Measured using two approaches: expenditure and income approaches

    Expenditure Approach

    • Calculates GDP by summing expenditures on final goods and services
    • Excludes intermediate goods and second-hand transactions to avoid double-counting
    • Four main expenditure categories: Consumption (C), Investment (I), Government Spending (G), and Net Exports (X-M)
    • GDP = C + I + G + (X-M)

    Consumption (C)

    • Largest component of GDP (approximately 60%)
    • Includes spending on goods and services for final consumption
    • Categorized into durable goods (long-lasting), non-durable goods (used quickly), and services

    Investment (I)

    • Includes spending on capital goods (equipment, machinery, structures) and inventory changes
    • Represents about 15-25% of GDP
    • Includes residential housing construction

    Government Spending (G)

    • Includes all government expenditures on goods and services, such as defense, education, and infrastructure
    • Typically constitutes about 20% of GDP
    • Includes wages for government employees and purchases of office supplies

    Net Exports (X-M)

    • Represents the difference between exports (X) and imports (M)
    • Exports are goods and services produced domestically sold to other countries
    • Imports are goods and services produced in other countries purchased domestically

    Income Approach

    • Calculates GDP by summing all incomes earned in the production of goods and services
    • Includes wages, rent, interest, and profits

    Circular Flow Diagram

    • Represents the flow of money and resources between households and firms in an economy
    • Illustrates how expenditures and incomes are related as part of GDP

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