The Malaysian government had loosened the standard operating procedure (S.O.P.) in dealing with COVID-19 since 1st May 2022. This is expected to promote consumers' spending in the economy. Explain how the loanable fund market in the economy will be affected. Include the supply and demand of the loanable fund diagram in your answer.

The Malaysian government had loosened the standard operating procedure (S.O.P.) in dealing with COVID-19 since 1st May 2022. This is expected to promote consumers' spending in the economy. Explain how the loanable fund market in the economy will be affected. Include the supply and demand of the loanable fund diagram in your answer.

Exploring Economics

8th Edition

ISBN:9781544336329

Author:Robert L. Sexton

Publisher:Robert L. Sexton

Chapter21: Financial Markets, Saving, And Investment

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 8P

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