Multiple Choice
Suppose real GDP is $13 trillion,potential real GDP is $13.5 trillion,and Congress and the president plan to use fiscal policy to restore the economy to potential real GDP.Assuming a constant price level,Congress and the president would need to increase government purchases by
A) $500 billion.
B) less than $500 billion.
C) more than $500 billion.
D) None of the above are correct.Congress must act to decrease government purchases in this case.
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