Multiple Choice
Assume the marginal propensity to consume is 0.8 and potential output is $800 billion. If actual real GDP is $700 billion, which of the following policies would bring the economy to potential output?
A) Decrease taxes by $100 billion.
B) Increase taxes by $100 billion.
C) Decrease taxes by $25 billion.
D) Decrease government transfers by $25 billion.
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