If the marginal propensity to consume (MPC) is 0.80, and if policy makers wish to increase real GDP $200 billion, then by how much would they have to change taxes?

a. ?$240 million.
b. ?$200 million.
c. ?$180 million.
d. ?$50 million.


d

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