If the marginal propensity to consume (MPC) is positive and less than one, an increase in disposable income will _____.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


increase both consumption and saving

Economics

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A) a generalization that summarizes all the normative assumptions we make about a particular issue. B) a description of some aspect of the economic world that includes only those features of the world that are needed for the purpose at hand. C) a statement that describes how the world should be. D) a collection of facts that describe the real world.

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Compare and contrast the Bertrand and Cournot models of oligopoly. Your discussion should include assumptions made, goals of the firms and the resulting outcomes.

What will be an ideal response?

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The following is not an example of adverse selection

a. you lock your garage when you have expensive workshop tools b. you are less careful when you buy a more expensive car c. Individuals tend to gamble more with their money when the future is certain d. you only go swimming when the lifeguard is on duty

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Which of the following (if any) is not a factor affecting the profit performance of firms:

a. differential risk b. innovation c. managerial skills d. existence of monopoly power e. all of the above are factors

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