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What effect does a rise in U.S. interest rates have on the Canadian dollar?
What effect does a rise in U.S. interest rates have on the Canadian dollar?
What action can the Bank of Canada take to counteract a decrease in the value of the Canadian dollar?
What action can the Bank of Canada take to counteract a decrease in the value of the Canadian dollar?
How does a credible commitment to low inflation affect interest rates in Canada?
How does a credible commitment to low inflation affect interest rates in Canada?
What is one negative consequence of higher interest rates on economic growth?
What is one negative consequence of higher interest rates on economic growth?
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What generally happens to lenders' interest rates when inflation is expected to rise?
What generally happens to lenders' interest rates when inflation is expected to rise?
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What role do central banks, like the Bank of Canada, play in economic stability?
What role do central banks, like the Bank of Canada, play in economic stability?
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What is the primary responsibility of the Bank of Canada concerning inflation?
What is the primary responsibility of the Bank of Canada concerning inflation?
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When Canadian investors choose to invest in U.S. securities, what is the immediate effect on Canadian dollars?
When Canadian investors choose to invest in U.S. securities, what is the immediate effect on Canadian dollars?
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What is a potential outcome of sustained low interest rates on the economy?
What is a potential outcome of sustained low interest rates on the economy?
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Which of the following is a consequence of maintaining a strong commitment to low inflation?
Which of the following is a consequence of maintaining a strong commitment to low inflation?
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What does the production approach to measuring GDP primarily focus on?
What does the production approach to measuring GDP primarily focus on?
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In the expenditure approach formula, which component represents the spending by businesses?
In the expenditure approach formula, which component represents the spending by businesses?
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Which of the following best describes the income approach to measuring GDP?
Which of the following best describes the income approach to measuring GDP?
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What is represented by the 'X - M' component in the expenditure approach formula for GDP?
What is represented by the 'X - M' component in the expenditure approach formula for GDP?
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Which of the following is NOT accounted for in the expenditure approach to GDP?
Which of the following is NOT accounted for in the expenditure approach to GDP?
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If the computer industry produces $5 billion worth of computers and incurs $2 billion in production costs, how much value is added to GDP by this industry?
If the computer industry produces $5 billion worth of computers and incurs $2 billion in production costs, how much value is added to GDP by this industry?
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Which method of measuring GDP is primarily focused on consumer behavior?
Which method of measuring GDP is primarily focused on consumer behavior?
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What role do imports play in calculating GDP using the expenditure approach?
What role do imports play in calculating GDP using the expenditure approach?
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Which of the following approaches would likely yield similar GDP results when correctly applied?
Which of the following approaches would likely yield similar GDP results when correctly applied?
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What is one potential economic consequence of sustained falling prices?
What is one potential economic consequence of sustained falling prices?
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What primarily characterizes stagflation?
What primarily characterizes stagflation?
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Which economic period is frequently cited as an example of stagflation?
Which economic period is frequently cited as an example of stagflation?
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In which scenario is hyperinflation typically observed?
In which scenario is hyperinflation typically observed?
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How does declining corporate profits impact stock prices?
How does declining corporate profits impact stock prices?
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What inflation rate defines hyperinflation?
What inflation rate defines hyperinflation?
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What nominal rate of return is required to achieve a real rate of return of 6% with an expected inflation rate of 3%?
What nominal rate of return is required to achieve a real rate of return of 6% with an expected inflation rate of 3%?
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Under negative interest rates, what unusual situation can occur regarding loan repayments?
Under negative interest rates, what unusual situation can occur regarding loan repayments?
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What is a potential effect of central banks pushing interest rates into negative territory?
What is a potential effect of central banks pushing interest rates into negative territory?
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Prior to 2020, where were negative interest rates predominantly observed?
Prior to 2020, where were negative interest rates predominantly observed?
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What is the Fisher Equation primarily used to calculate?
What is the Fisher Equation primarily used to calculate?
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Which situation describes a negative interest rate?
Which situation describes a negative interest rate?
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What occurs when the interest rates on borrowed funds drop below zero?
What occurs when the interest rates on borrowed funds drop below zero?
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Which central bank action typically leads to negative interest rates?
Which central bank action typically leads to negative interest rates?
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What happens in both U.S. and Canadian economies when negative interest rates are implemented?
What happens in both U.S. and Canadian economies when negative interest rates are implemented?
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What is typically a consequence of banks storing deposits with a central bank during a negative interest rate environment?
What is typically a consequence of banks storing deposits with a central bank during a negative interest rate environment?
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What is the formula used to calculate the participation rate?
What is the formula used to calculate the participation rate?
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If a country has a labour force of 30 million and 2 million are unemployed but actively seeking work, what is the unemployment rate?
If a country has a labour force of 30 million and 2 million are unemployed but actively seeking work, what is the unemployment rate?
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What demographic factor has significantly contributed to the increase in Canada’s participation rate since the 1960s?
What demographic factor has significantly contributed to the increase in Canada’s participation rate since the 1960s?
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What statistically represents a key measure of societal productivity?
What statistically represents a key measure of societal productivity?
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In the given scenario, if 5 million are not working and not actively looking for work, what can be inferred about these individuals?
In the given scenario, if 5 million are not working and not actively looking for work, what can be inferred about these individuals?
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What trend does the annual Canadian unemployment rate correspond to, according to the content?
What trend does the annual Canadian unemployment rate correspond to, according to the content?
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How does a 50% participation rate compare to a 70% participation rate in terms of societal productivity?
How does a 50% participation rate compare to a 70% participation rate in terms of societal productivity?
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If a country has 25 million people of working age and 19 million are working, how many are part of the labour force?
If a country has 25 million people of working age and 19 million are working, how many are part of the labour force?
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What is the average participation rate for Canada over the past decade?
What is the average participation rate for Canada over the past decade?
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Which of the following statements is true regarding not working but actively looking for work?
Which of the following statements is true regarding not working but actively looking for work?
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Study Notes
Methods to Measure GDP
- Three accepted methods: expenditure approach, income approach, and production approach.
- All methods aim to estimate the monetary value of final goods and services produced in an economy.
Expenditure Approach
- Calculates GDP by summing all expenditures: consumer spending, business investments, government spending, exports, and imports.
- Formula: GDP = C + I + G + (X - M)
- C = consumer expenditures
- I = business spending/investment
- G = government spending
- X - M = exports minus imports
Income Approach
- Based on the principle that total spending equals total income generated.
- Adds up all incomes produced from goods and services to determine GDP.
Production Approach
- Known as the value-added approach, it measures industry outputs and subtracts the costs of inputs.
- For instance, producing $5 billion in computers while spending $2 billion means adding $3 billion to GDP.
Labour Force Participation Rate
- Calculated as: (Labour Force ÷ Working Age Population) × 100.
- Example calculation shows participation rate of 80% with 25 million working-age individuals and 20 million in the labour force.
Unemployment Rate
- Defined as the share of the labour force that is unemployed and actively seeking work.
- Calculated as: (Unemployed ÷ Labour Force) × 100.
- Example calculation indicates a 5% unemployment rate.
Canadian Context
- Participation rate has increased since the 1960s, especially due to more women entering the workforce.
- Recent Canadian participation rate averages around 65.5%.
- A higher participation rate indicates better societal productivity.
Influence of Foreign Interest Rates
- Foreign rates impact Canadian interest rates due to an open economy.
- Rising U.S. interest rates can decrease the value of the Canadian dollar as investors seek better returns in the U.S.
Central Bank Influence
- Central banks, including the Bank of Canada, adjust interest rates to stabilize the economy.
- Higher interest rates can slow economic growth, while lower rates may encourage borrowing and spending.
Inflation and Interest Rates
- Lenders raise rates when inflation is expected to protect purchasing power.
- The Bank of Canada aims to maintain low, stable inflation to foster economic growth.
Negative Interest Rates
- Occurs when loan interest rates drop below zero; banks may charge to hold deposits or offer loans without interest payments.
- Typically a measure of extreme monetary policy to stimulate the economy.
Economic Scenarios of Inflation
- Stagflation: high inflation with slow economic growth, as seen in the 1970s due to oil embargoes.
- Hyperinflation: extreme inflation exceeding 50% per month, rare and often linked to economic crises in underdeveloped regions, like Venezuela.
Interest Rates and Economic Impact
- Higher interest rates generally hinder economic growth, while lower rates can promote it.
- Real interest rates are calculated by subtracting inflation from nominal rates, affecting investment strategies.
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This quiz explores the three primary methods used to measure GDP: the expenditure approach, income approach, and production approach. Each method highlights different aspects of economic activity and culminates in the estimation of the monetary value of goods and services produced in an economy. Assess your understanding of these concepts and their applications.
