Economics 9708 · AS & A Level · Fiscal policy

Fiscal policy — practice question

If national income is $40 000 million and government spending is $15 000 million, the economy is in equilibrium but still below full employment. For every $100 increase in national income, $15 is paid in taxes, $30 is used on imports and $5 is saved. To increase national income to the full employment level of $50 000 million, to what level will the government have to raise its own spending?

  • A$15 500 million
  • B$20 000 million
  • C$25 000 million
  • D$35 000 million

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