Macroeconomics

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What is the primary goal of macroeconomic policy?

  1. To stabilize the economy

  2. To maximize economic growth

  3. To reduce unemployment

  4. To control inflation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary goal of macroeconomic policy is to stabilize the economy by managing inflation, unemployment, and economic growth.

What is the relationship between inflation and unemployment?

  1. They are positively correlated

  2. They are negatively correlated

  3. They are independent of each other

  4. They are inversely correlated


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The relationship between inflation and unemployment is known as the Phillips curve, which shows an inverse relationship between the two.

What is the role of the central bank in macroeconomic policy?

  1. To set interest rates

  2. To regulate banks

  3. To manage the money supply

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The central bank plays a crucial role in macroeconomic policy by setting interest rates, regulating banks, and managing the money supply.

What is the difference between real GDP and nominal GDP?

  1. Real GDP includes inflation, while nominal GDP does not

  2. Nominal GDP includes inflation, while real GDP does not

  3. Real GDP is adjusted for population growth, while nominal GDP is not

  4. Nominal GDP is adjusted for population growth, while real GDP is not


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Real GDP is adjusted for inflation to provide a more accurate measure of economic growth.

What is the multiplier effect?

  1. The increase in output resulting from an increase in government spending

  2. The increase in output resulting from an increase in investment

  3. The increase in output resulting from an increase in exports

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The multiplier effect refers to the increase in output resulting from an increase in any component of aggregate demand.

What is the difference between fiscal policy and monetary policy?

  1. Fiscal policy uses government spending and taxes to influence the economy, while monetary policy uses interest rates to influence the economy

  2. Fiscal policy uses interest rates to influence the economy, while monetary policy uses government spending and taxes to influence the economy

  3. Fiscal policy is used to control inflation, while monetary policy is used to control unemployment

  4. Monetary policy is used to control inflation, while fiscal policy is used to control unemployment


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Fiscal policy uses government spending and taxes to influence the economy, while monetary policy uses interest rates to influence the economy.

What is the role of aggregate demand in macroeconomic equilibrium?

  1. It determines the level of output and employment in the economy

  2. It determines the level of prices in the economy

  3. It determines the level of interest rates in the economy

  4. It determines the level of investment in the economy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aggregate demand determines the level of output and employment in the economy through the interaction of consumption, investment, government spending, and net exports.

What is the difference between short-run aggregate supply and long-run aggregate supply?

  1. Short-run aggregate supply is upward sloping, while long-run aggregate supply is vertical

  2. Short-run aggregate supply is vertical, while long-run aggregate supply is upward sloping

  3. Short-run aggregate supply is horizontal, while long-run aggregate supply is upward sloping

  4. Short-run aggregate supply is upward sloping, while long-run aggregate supply is horizontal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Short-run aggregate supply is upward sloping due to the ability of firms to increase output in the short run, while long-run aggregate supply is vertical due to the fixed capacity of the economy.

What is the relationship between economic growth and unemployment?

  1. They are positively correlated

  2. They are negatively correlated

  3. They are independent of each other

  4. They are inversely correlated


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In the short run, economic growth and unemployment can be negatively correlated due to the Phillips curve relationship.

What is the role of productivity in economic growth?

  1. It increases the efficiency of production

  2. It increases the quantity of inputs

  3. It increases the quality of inputs

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Productivity increases the efficiency of production by increasing the quantity and/or quality of inputs.

What is the difference between a recession and a depression?

  1. A recession is a prolonged economic downturn, while a depression is a severe economic downturn

  2. A recession is a severe economic downturn, while a depression is a prolonged economic downturn

  3. A recession is characterized by a decline in output, while a depression is characterized by a decline in employment

  4. A recession is characterized by a decline in employment, while a depression is characterized by a decline in output


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A recession is a prolonged economic downturn, while a depression is a severe economic downturn characterized by a significant decline in output, employment, and investment.

What is the role of international trade in macroeconomic policy?

  1. It can be used to improve the balance of payments

  2. It can be used to promote economic growth

  3. It can be used to reduce unemployment

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

International trade can be used to improve the balance of payments, promote economic growth, and reduce unemployment.

What is the difference between a fixed exchange rate regime and a floating exchange rate regime?

  1. In a fixed exchange rate regime, the central bank intervenes in the foreign exchange market to maintain a fixed exchange rate, while in a floating exchange rate regime, the central bank does not intervene

  2. In a fixed exchange rate regime, the central bank does not intervene in the foreign exchange market to maintain a fixed exchange rate, while in a floating exchange rate regime, the central bank intervenes

  3. In a fixed exchange rate regime, the exchange rate is determined by the market, while in a floating exchange rate regime, the exchange rate is determined by the central bank

  4. In a fixed exchange rate regime, the exchange rate is determined by the central bank, while in a floating exchange rate regime, the exchange rate is determined by the market


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In a fixed exchange rate regime, the central bank intervenes in the foreign exchange market to maintain a fixed exchange rate, while in a floating exchange rate regime, the central bank does not intervene and the exchange rate is determined by the market.

What is the role of economic development in macroeconomic policy?

  1. It can be used to improve the standard of living

  2. It can be used to promote economic growth

  3. It can be used to reduce poverty

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Economic development can be used to improve the standard of living, promote economic growth, and reduce poverty.

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