Economics 121 B & C

Quiz 10

December 8, 1997

Prof. A. D. Becker

 

Name:___________________________

It was reported last week that (labor) unemployment reached 4.6%, the lowest rate since October 1973.

At the same time, Mr. Clinton and Congress are considering a tax cut as part of next year's federal budget.

Using and aggregate supply - aggregate demand model, explain what the likely effects of the tax cut will be on inflation, GDP, and unemployment given the current situation. Use a graph to support your answers.

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