The peak phase of the business cycle represents
A) a temporary maximum output level of Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
B) an increase in foreign investment.
C) a labor surplus.
D) falling prices.
Ans: A) a temporary maximum output level of Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
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A) increases; increases B) decreases; decreases C) increases; decreases D) decreases; increases E) does not change; increases
The individual pictured in Figure 5.3
A) must be risk-averse. B) must be risk-neutral. C) must be risk-loving. D) could be risk-averse, risk-neutral, or risk-loving. E) could be risk-averse or risk-loving, but not risk-neutral.
Two objectives of the regulation of natural monopolies would be lower ______ and higher _______.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
A star basketball player signs a contract that newspaper reports indicate is worth $10 million. The player receives $2 million upon signing, and $2 million every year for four years. The contract is worth
A) less than $10 million since the present value of $2 million received one or more years from now is less than $2 million. B) more than $10 million since the present value of $2 million received one or more years from now is more than $2 million. C) $10 million as reported in the press. D) some amount around $10 million. To determine whether it is more or less than $10 million we need to know whether the interest the player can earn is more or less than the market rate of interest.