Which of the following fiscal policies cause a decrease in aggregate expenditures?
A. An increase in taxes and a decrease in government spending.
B. An increase in transfer payments and an increase in government spending.
C. An increase in transfer payments and a decrease in taxes.
D. A decrease in taxes and an increase in government spending.
Answer: A
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