6. Suppose real GDP in an economy equals its potential output of $2,000 billion, the multiplier is 2.5, investment is raised by $200 billion, and the increased investment does not affect the economy's potential. a. Show the short- and long-run effects of the change upon real GDP and the price level, using

6. Suppose real GDP in an economy equals its potential output of $2,000 billion, the multiplier is 2.5, investment is raised by $200 billion, and the increased investment does not affect the economy's potential. a. Show the short- and long-run effects of the change upon real GDP and the price level, using

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The aggregate expenditure curve shows the relationship between aggregate planned expenditure and Select one: A. consumption expenditure. O B. real GDP. C. the price level. D. the interest rate. O E. disposable income.
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