Principles of Economics (12th Edition)
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Author: Karl E. Case, Ray C. Fair, Sharon E. Oster
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Chapter 24, Problem 1.2P
Subpart (a):
To determine
Subpart (b):
To determine
GDP level.
Subpart (c):
To determine
Effect of cutting government purchases in the economy.
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