Use the data in the Worked Problem on p. 287 (page 699 in Economics). Calculate the change in equilibrium expenditure when investment decreases by $150 billion

What will be an ideal response?

The multiplier equals 4 . Consequently the change in equilibrium expenditure equals (4) × (?$150 billion), or a decrease of $600 billion.

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What will be an ideal response?

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In a given year, U.S. nominal GDP was $2,784 billion and the GDP chain price index for that year is 60.4 . Real GDP is:

a. $1,682 billion. b. $4,609 billion. c. $3,889 billion. d. $4,000 billion.

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