PRINCIPLES OF MACROECONOMICS(LOOSELEAF)
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ISBN: 9781260110920
Author: Frank
Publisher: MCG
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Chapter 15, Problem 5P
For each of the following, use an AD-AS diagram to show the short-run and long-run effects on output and inflation. Assume the economy starts in long-run equilibrium. (LO1, LO2, LO3)
- a. An increase in consumer confidence that leads to higher consumption spending.
- b. A reduction in taxes.
- c. An easing of
monetary policy by the Fed (a downward shift in the policy reaction function). - d. A sharp drop in oil
prices. - e. A war that raises government purchases.
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PRINCIPLES OF MACROECONOMICS(LOOSELEAF)
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