GDP and GDP Gap

Description: This quiz covers the concepts of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and GDP Gap. Test your understanding of calculating GDP, measuring economic growth, and identifying the gap between potential and actual GDP.
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What is the most commonly used measure of a country's economic output?

  1. Gross Domestic Product (GDP)

  2. Gross National Product (GNP)

  3. Net National Product (NNP)

  4. National Income


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is the most widely used measure of a country's economic output. It represents the total value of all goods and services produced within a country's borders in a given period of time.

Which of the following is NOT a component of GDP?

  1. Consumption

  2. Investment

  3. Government Spending

  4. Net Exports


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Net exports are not a component of GDP. GDP includes only the value of goods and services produced within a country's borders, regardless of who consumes them. Net exports are the difference between a country's exports and imports.

What is the formula for calculating GDP?

  1. GDP = Consumption + Investment + Government Spending + Net Exports

  2. GDP = Consumption + Investment + Government Spending

  3. GDP = Consumption + Investment

  4. GDP = Consumption


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

GDP is calculated by adding up the value of consumption, investment, government spending, and net exports. Consumption is the value of goods and services purchased by households, investment is the value of new capital goods produced, government spending is the value of goods and services purchased by the government, and net exports are the difference between a country's exports and imports.

What is the difference between nominal GDP and real GDP?

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

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

  3. Nominal GDP is measured in current prices, while real GDP is measured in constant prices.

  4. Real GDP is measured in current prices, while nominal GDP is measured in constant prices.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Nominal GDP is measured in current prices, which means that it includes the effects of inflation. Real GDP is measured in constant prices, which means that it is adjusted for inflation to provide a more accurate measure of economic growth.

What is the GDP Gap?

  1. The difference between potential GDP and actual GDP

  2. The difference between nominal GDP and real GDP

  3. The difference between consumption and investment

  4. The difference between government spending and net exports


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The GDP Gap is the difference between potential GDP and actual GDP. Potential GDP is the level of output that an economy could produce if it were operating at full employment and using all of its resources efficiently. Actual GDP is the level of output that an economy is actually producing.

What causes the GDP Gap?

  1. Economic recession

  2. Economic expansion

  3. Inflation

  4. Deflation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The GDP Gap is typically caused by an economic recession. During a recession, the economy is operating below its potential, which means that there is a gap between potential GDP and actual GDP.

What are the consequences of a GDP Gap?

  1. High unemployment

  2. Low inflation

  3. Slow economic growth

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A GDP Gap can have several negative consequences, including high unemployment, low inflation, and slow economic growth. High unemployment occurs because there are fewer jobs available than there are people looking for work. Low inflation occurs because there is less demand for goods and services, which puts downward pressure on prices. Slow economic growth occurs because the economy is not producing as much output as it could be.

How can the GDP Gap be closed?

  1. Expansionary fiscal policy

  2. Expansionary monetary policy

  3. Structural reforms

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The GDP Gap can be closed through a combination of expansionary fiscal policy, expansionary monetary policy, and structural reforms. Expansionary fiscal policy involves increasing government spending or cutting taxes to stimulate the economy. Expansionary monetary policy involves lowering interest rates to make it cheaper for businesses and consumers to borrow money. Structural reforms involve making changes to the economy to make it more efficient and productive.

Which country has the highest GDP in the world?

  1. United States

  2. China

  3. Japan

  4. Germany


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The United States has the highest GDP in the world, followed by China, Japan, and Germany.

Which country has the lowest GDP in the world?

  1. Burundi

  2. Central African Republic

  3. Somalia

  4. South Sudan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Burundi has the lowest GDP in the world, followed by the Central African Republic, Somalia, and South Sudan.

What is the average GDP per capita in the world?

  1. $10,000

  2. $20,000

  3. $30,000

  4. $40,000


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The average GDP per capita in the world is around $10,000.

What is the GDP growth rate of the United States?

  1. 2%

  2. 3%

  3. 4%

  4. 5%


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The GDP growth rate of the United States is around 2%.

What is the GDP growth rate of China?

  1. 6%

  2. 7%

  3. 8%

  4. 9%


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The GDP growth rate of China is around 6%.

What is the GDP growth rate of Japan?

  1. 1%

  2. 2%

  3. 3%

  4. 4%


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The GDP growth rate of Japan is around 1%.

What is the GDP growth rate of Germany?

  1. 2%

  2. 3%

  3. 4%

  4. 5%


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The GDP growth rate of Germany is around 2%.

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