"Taxes are what we pay for a civilized society." This statement was made by

Which of the following actions would increase the consumption spending component of the gross domestic product (GDP)?

a. Ann cooking dinner for Tim instead of going out b. Ann and Tim buying a used microwave oven c. Ann and Tim buying vegetables to prepare soup at home d. Tim buying Ann a dress e. Tim and Ann painting the garage themselves

What is true of the slope of the aggregate expenditure line when factors of investment, government spending, and net exports are taken into account?

a. It is always 90 degrees. b. It is always horizontal. c. It is always positive. d. It is always negative.