Pearson eText Macroeconomics -- Access Card
Pearson eText Macroeconomics -- Access Card
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Author: Hubbard, Glenn, O'Brien, Anthony
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Chapter 12, Problem 12.1.1RQ
To determine

The aggregate expenditure model.

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The expenditure model’s core idea is to determine the real GDP of the nation with the given level of aggregate expenditure, and the assumption of constant price level. In any particular year, the level of aggregate expenditure or total spending determines the real GDP.

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Aggregate expenditure: The aggregate expenditure model focuses on the relationship between the total amount spent and real GDP in short run.

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