Unit 3: Macroeconomics
Topic 3.2: Variations in Economic Activity — Aggregate Demand and Aggregate Supply Questions
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Explain the components of aggregate demand.
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Explain the components of aggregate demand.
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Explain why the AD curve is downward sloping.
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Explain two factors that could cause the AD curve to shift to the right.
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Which of the following would cause a rightward shift of the AD curve?
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The short-run aggregate supply (SRAS) curve is upward sloping because:
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The long-run aggregate supply (LRAS) curve is vertical because:
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Which of the following would shift the SRAS curve to the left?
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A rightward shift of the LRAS curve would result from:
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Distinguish between the short-run aggregate supply (SRAS) curve and the long-run aggregate supply (LRAS) curve.
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The aggregate demand curve slopes downward because:
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A decrease in consumer confidence would most likely:
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Explain the difference between a movement along the AD curve and a shift of the AD curve.
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Explain two factors that could shift the LRAS curve to the right.
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Explain two factors that could cause the SRAS curve to shift to the left.
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