If the economy is slipping into a recession, which of the following would be an appropriate fiscal policy?

A) an increase in the money supply and a decrease in interest rates
B) a decrease in government purchases
C) a decrease in taxes
D) a decrease in oil prices

Answer: C

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If a consumer borrows at an interest rate greater than the interest rate at which he or she can lend, then

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