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Cost-push inflation occurs when

A
consumers begin purchasing more goods.
B
producers need more money to make and distribute goods.
C
the government prints more money and pushes prices up.
D
consumers have more money to spend on goods and services.
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When individuals are looking for jobs but are unable to find work, they are said to be .

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Many people could not buy new homes during a weak economy.
M
Many homes could not sell because housing prices rose too fast.
M
Many homes could not sell because banks charged high interest.
M
Many people could not make home payments during a weak economy.
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Which best describes the economic impact of defaulting on bank loans?

A
The economy suffers because banks have less money to loan to others.
B
The economy suffers because people have less money to spend.
C
The economy suffers because businesses are scared to take out loans.
D
The economy suffers because people are scared to take out loans.
5

Which is an example of how a denomination is divisible?

A
An American dollar may equal one-half of one Euro.
B
An American dollar is equal to four quarters.
C
Three American dollars may buy a small snack.
D
Five American dollars may be worth less next year.
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As a result of decreased production, David lost his job designing cars. Which terms can be used to describe David? Select two options.cyclically unemployeddomestically unemployedfrictionally unemployedstructurally unemployedstill employedunemployed

c
cyclically unemployed
d
domestically unemployed
f
frictionally unemployed
s
structurally unemployed
s
still employed
u
unemployed
7

Government officials in Country M have determined that they need to take action to encourage the growth of their economy. To do this, they have introduced an incentive policy that offers citizens free education. This is extended to all individuals who sign a contract agreeing to work within their specific industry for the next ten years.

e
education to reduce unemployment and increase production.
n
new technologies to produce goods that are in great demand.
r
resources that can be traded with other nations.
r
research to develop goods that can be sold on a global scale.
8

This graph shows changes in GDP and the unemployment rate in the United States in recent years.Which statement most accurately describes the trends shown on this graph?

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W
When GDP falls, unemployment rises.
G
GDP and unemployment have little to do with each other.
W
When GDP rises, unemployment rises as well.
G
GDP and unemployment rise at times of world crises.
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What are the signs of low inflation? Check all that apply.Demand steadily rises.Demand steadily falls.Prices continue to increase.Prices continue to decrease.The economy grows in a healthy way.The economy stagnates and struggles.

D
Demand steadily rises.
D
Demand steadily falls.
P
Prices continue to increase.
P
Prices continue to decrease.
T
The economy grows in a healthy way.
T
The economy stagnates and struggles.
10

What term is used in macroeconomics to describe the total supply and the total demand?

c
capital
i
inflation
a
aggregate
e
equilibrium
11

How do consumers’ feelings about the economy help contribute to growth?

P
Positive consumer attitudes influence spending habits.
P
Positive consumer attitudes increase job prospects.
P
Positive consumer attitudes inspire increased production.
P
Positive consumer attitudes can end a depression.
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What role does the Federal Reserve play? Check all that apply.Regulate the banking industryLoan money to banksGive individual loansGive corporate loansTransfers any profits to the Treasury

R
Regulate the banking industry
L
Loan money to banks
G
Give individual loans
G
Give corporate loans
T
Transfers any profits to the Treasury
13

Does a depression always follow a recession?

Y
Yes, the trough is always considered a depression.
N
No, a depression is indicated when the recession is exceptionally long.
Y
Yes, for recovery to occur, the trough must be reached.
N
No, the economy could decline quickly and bypass recession.
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How do bank loans help the nation’s economy?

T
They ensure consumer spending and confidence.
T
They ensure the success of new businesses.
T
They allow businesses to expand and improve.
T
They allow consumers to quickly pay off debts.
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Which of the following best describes the circular flow model?

A
The model represents the movement of money throughout the economy.
B
The model represents the interactions within sectors.
C
The model represents the flow of goods and services between sectors.
D
The model represents the changing relationships between actors.

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