Refer to Figure 18.1. Which of the following would most likely cause a shift from AD3 to AD2?
A. An increase in transfer payments because of a recession.
B. An increase in the reserve ratio.
C. An increase in taxes.
D. A decrease in the discount rate.
Answer: C
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