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Chapter 10, Problem 3PA
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Why transfer payments are not included in the GDP.

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The government purchases component of GDP doesnot include spending on transfer payments such asSocial Security. Thinking about the definition of GDP,explain why transfer payments are excluded
What is the effect that changes in business taxes, personal income, and transfer payments have on a country’s gross domestic product (GDP).
Use the information below Consumer spending = $200 million Capital Consumption Allowance = $80 million Investment spending = $55 million Total Earnings of Citizens from abroad = $120 million Total Earnings of non-citizens within the country = $50 million State and local government purchases = $120 million Federal government purchases = $80 million Government purchases of housing units for the victims of typhoon = $200 millions Imports = $50 million Exports = $45 million Income taxes = $100 million   Calculate for GDP Calculate for GNP Calculate for NNP
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