The monetary base is smaller than the money supply

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


TRUE

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a. auctions are larger b. auctions are infrequent c. auctions generate the same set of potential bidders d. the auctioneer is paid on commission rather than a fixed fee

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Assume that GDP growth in a particular country is 4 percent per year. How many years it will take for GDP to double?

a. 80.0 years. b. 17.5 years. c. 10.0 years. d. 20.0 years. e. 20.5 years.

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A nation's capital stock was valued at $500 billion at the start of the year and $575 billion at the end. Consumption of private fixed capital in the year was $35 billion. Assuming stable prices, net investment was ________.

A. $40 billion B. $75 billion C. $35 billion D. $45 billion

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