The equilibrium level of real GDP is $1,000, the target level of real GDP is $1,250, and the marginal propensity to consume (MPC) is 0.60. The target can be reached if government spending is:

A. increased by $60 billion.
B. increased by $100 billion.
C. increased by $250 billion.
D. held constant.

Answer: B

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