Refer to the above figure. Suppose the relevant aggregate demand curve is AD2. If the government wants to use fiscal policy to close the existing gap, it should

A. decrease taxes.
B. increase taxes.
C. increase the money supply.
D. increase government spending.


Answer: B

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