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  • Unit 1: Basic Economic Concepts (39)
  • Unit 2: Economic Indicators and the Business Cycle (42)
  • Unit 3: National Income and Price Determination (40)
  • Unit 4: Financial Sector (49)
  • Unit 5: Long-Run Consequences of Stabilization Policies (37)
  • Unit 6: Open Economy—International Trade and Finance (43)
Unit 1: Basic Economic Concepts

AD-AS Analysis of a Decrease in Consumer Spending

Analyze the macroeconomic effects of a 10% decline in consumer spending using the aggregate demand–a

Medium

Aggregate Demand and Aggregate Supply Impacts on Macroeconomic Stability

This question requires you to analyze macroeconomic stability using the AD-AS framework.

Hard

Analyzing Demand Curve Shifts with Price Elasticity

This question examines the differences between movements along a demand curve and shifts in the dema

Hard

Changes in Demand: The Impact of Consumer Preferences

This question examines how shifts in consumer preferences can alter demand and market equilibrium th

Easy

Comparative Advantage and Gains from Trade

This question examines how countries can benefit from specializing in the production of goods where

Medium

Comparative Advantage and Gains from Trade

This question explores the concepts of absolute and comparative advantage, and how specialization an

Medium

Comparative Advantage and Trade

This question tests your ability to analyze the concepts of absolute and comparative advantage and t

Medium

Comparative Advantage in International Trade: Calculation and Application

This question focuses on applying the concept of comparative advantage to determine gains from trade

Hard

Comparative Advantage in Trade Decisions

This question explores comparative advantage and trade specialization between two countries. Use the

Hard

Consumer Preferences and Demand Shifts

Examine the role of consumer tastes and preferences in shifting the demand curve and their effects o

Medium

Determinants of Economic Growth and Efficiency

Economic growth involves improvements in an economy's productive capacity. Answer the following part

Medium

Determinants of Supply and Shifting Curves

This question focuses on understanding the determinants of supply and the difference between movemen

Easy

Distinguishing Macro and Microeconomic Perspectives

This question contrasts macroeconomics with microeconomics. Provide clear explanations and examples.

Easy

Efficiency, Market Failure, and Government Intervention

In this question, you will explore the concepts of efficiency, market failure, and the potential rol

Hard

FRQ 1: Scarcity and Opportunity Costs

This question examines the concepts of scarcity and opportunity cost in everyday decision-making usi

Easy

FRQ 13: Economic Contraction and Production Possibility Analysis

Explore the effects of an economic contraction on a nation’s production capabilities using a Product

Hard

FRQ 16: Demand and Supply Interaction in a Competitive Market

Using the provided market data, analyze the interaction between demand and supply to determine the m

Hard

FRQ 18: Evaluating Efficiency and Economic Growth through the PPC

Using the provided PPC graph, examine issues of productive and allocative efficiency, and analyze sh

Medium

FRQ 20: Strategic Resource Allocation in a Competitive Firm

A firm faces limited resources and must allocate them between producing Product A and Product B. Ana

Extreme

Impact of Taxes on Supply and Demand

This question examines the impact of indirect taxes on both supply and demand in a market. Answer th

Medium

Inflation and the Phillips Curve

Analyze the relationship between inflation and unemployment using the Phillips Curve, especially in

Hard

Interpreting a Production Possibility Frontier (PPF)

Analyze a given Production Possibility Frontier (PPF) to determine economic efficiency and opportuni

Easy

Macroeconomic Policy in Times of Crisis

Discuss the role of fiscal and monetary policies in addressing a severe recession. Use the AD-AS fra

Extreme

Market Disequilibrium and Price Adjustments

This question focuses on market disequilibrium, exploring how surpluses and shortages are resolved t

Medium

Micro vs. Macroeconomic Analysis: Policy Impacts

Differentiate between microeconomic and macroeconomic perspectives and examine how policy changes su

Easy

Money Market Equilibrium and Interest Rates

Examine the money market and how changes in money demand or supply influence interest rates. Answer

Medium

Opportunity Cost in Consumer Decision-Making

This question focuses on understanding opportunity cost in the context of everyday consumer decision

Easy

Opportunity Cost in Factory Production

A factory uses its resources to produce either cars or trucks. The factory can produce a maximum of

Medium

Opportunity Cost in Personal Decision-Making

Analyze the role of opportunity cost in personal decision-making under conditions of scarcity.

Easy

Opportunity Cost in Production Decisions for Firms

This question investigates how a firm makes production decisions by analyzing opportunity costs when

Medium

Price Ceiling Impacts in the Housing Market

This question examines the impact of government-imposed price ceilings on market outcomes. Consider

Medium

Price Controls in a Competitive Market

Examine the impact of imposing a binding price ceiling on a competitive market. Analyze the conseque

Medium

Scarcity, Opportunity Cost, and Trade-Offs in Production

Discuss the fundamental economic concepts of scarcity and opportunity cost, using a Production Possi

Easy

Short-Run vs Long-Run Adjustments: Aggregate Supply

Discuss the effects of sticky wages on the aggregate supply in the short run versus the long run. An

Medium

Supply Determinants and Shifts in the Supply Curve

This question tests your understanding of the determinants of supply and how they shift the supply c

Easy

Technological Change and Production Efficiency in Manufacturing

A manufacturing firm has recently adopted an automated production process that significantly reduces

Medium

Technology and Supply: Market Response

In this question, analyze the impact of a technological breakthrough on the supply side of a market.

Easy

Trade-Offs and Opportunity Costs in Decision-Making

This question examines the concept of trade-offs and opportunity cost in economic decision-making.

Easy

Unemployment and Economic Policy

Examine the different types of unemployment and discuss the policy tools available to combat cyclica

Medium
Unit 2: Economic Indicators and the Business Cycle

Business Cycle Analysis: AD-AS Model

Interpret an AD-AS graph to demonstrate different phases of the business cycle and analyze changes i

Hard

Circular Flow and GDP Analysis

Examine the circular flow model in a closed economy and the calculation of GDP using the expenditure

Medium

Circular Flow Model and Economic Interactions

An open economy includes additional sectors such as government and foreign markets. Analyze how thes

Hard

Circular Flow Model with Government

Examine the augmented circular flow model that includes the government sector. Analyze the effects o

Medium

Circular Flow Model with Government: Fiscal Policy Impact

Extend the circular flow model by incorporating the government sector. Analyze how taxation and gove

Hard

Comprehensive Business Cycle Analysis

Analyze a complex business cycle graph and propose policy recommendations based on cyclical changes.

Extreme

Costs of Inflation: Menu Costs and Shoe-Leather Costs

Examine the costs associated with inflation and illustrate their impacts on both consumers and firms

Medium

CPI and Inflation Calculation Problem

This question examines your ability to compute the inflation rate using CPI data and helps you analy

Medium

CPI Calculation and its Limitations

This question examines the calculation of inflation through CPI and explores biases and limitations

Medium

CPI Methodology Critique: Substitution Bias and Quality Adjustments

Critically evaluate the methodology behind the Consumer Price Index (CPI), with a focus on substitut

Medium

Evaluating Fiscal Stimulus in a Recession

In a recession, governments may increase spending to stimulate the economy. Using the AD-AS model, a

Hard

Extended Circular Flow with Government and Foreign Sector

Describe how integrating the government and foreign sectors expands the circular flow model. Analyze

Medium

Fiscal Policy and Economic Output

Examine the impact of an expansionary fiscal policy in closing a recessionary gap. Describe the poli

Hard

GDP and Its Limitations

This question tests your understanding of nominal versus real GDP, the limitations of GDP as a measu

Medium

GDP Calculation and Inflation Analysis

Consider an economy that produces two goods—computers and smartphones. Using the data provided in th

Medium

GDP Calculation and Limitations

Evaluate the calculation of GDP using the expenditure approach and discuss one limitation of GDP as

Medium

GDP Deflator versus CPI Comparison

Explain the differences between the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and the GDP Deflator in measuring inf

Easy

Impact of Government Spending on GDP

This question explores how changes in government spending affect GDP and discusses potential seconda

Medium

Impact of Inflation Expectations on Interest Rates

Assess the role of inflation expectations in determining nominal interest rates and discuss the impl

Medium

Inflation’s Impact on Real Income and Purchasing Power

This question explores the relationship between nominal and real income in the context of inflation

Medium

Investment and the Circular Flow

This question explores the role of investment within the circular flow model and its implications fo

Medium

Labor Force Participation Analysis

Examine how labor force participation is measured and the effects that discouraged workers can have

Easy

Limitations of GDP as a Measure of Economic Well-being

GDP is often used as an indicator of economic health, but it has limitations. Answer the following:

Medium

Limitations of GDP as an Economic Indicator

GDP is widely used to gauge economic performance, but it has several limitations. Answer the followi

Medium

Price Indices and Inflation Calculation

Economists use price indices to measure inflation and adjust economic data. Analyze the construction

Medium

Product Market Dynamics and GDP Fluctuations

This question explores how changes in the product market affect equilibrium outcomes and subsequentl

Hard

Real Versus Nominal GDP: A Comparative Analysis

Using provided data, calculate real GDP over time, analyze growth trends, and graph the trend to eva

Medium

Real vs Nominal GDP Computation

Calculate real GDP from given nominal GDP and the price index, and discuss the significance of real

Easy

Short-run vs. Long-run Effects on Unemployment

This question requires you to analyze unemployment within the labor market, using diagrams and a dis

Hard

Technological Change and Economic Productivity

This question analyzes how technological innovations impact aggregate productivity and examines thei

Extreme

The Impact of Consumer Spending on GDP

Analyze the effect of an increase in consumer spending on GDP and discuss multiplier effects.

Hard

The Shadow Economy and GDP Measurement

Discuss the impact of the shadow economy on GDP measurements.

Medium

The Shadow Economy’s Impact on GDP

This question examines the role of unreported economic activities (shadow economy) and their implica

Hard

Transitioning from Nominal to Real Income with CPI Adjustments

This question tests your ability to convert nominal income into real income using CPI data and to di

Easy

Types of Unemployment and Policy Responses

Analyze different types of unemployment and propose a policy to address structural unemployment.

Medium

Understanding Labor Force Participation and Unemployment

Labor force metrics provide critical insights into an economy's performance. Answer the following:

Medium

Understanding Monetary Policy Through Money Market Graphs

Assume the central bank increases the money supply in the economy. Answer the following questions:

Medium

Understanding the Costs of Inflation

Evaluate the various costs of inflation and explain their economic implications.

Hard

Unemployment Measurement and Analysis

Accurately measuring unemployment is critical for understanding economic health. Use the data and co

Medium

Unemployment Measurement and Calculation

Using provided employment data, calculate the official unemployment rate and discuss potential pitfa

Easy

Unemployment Rates and Labor Force Participation

This question asks you to calculate labor force participation rates based on provided data while dis

Easy

Unemployment-Inflation Trade-Off: Phillips Curve Analysis

Analyze the relationship between unemployment and inflation using the Phillips Curve framework. Prov

Extreme
Unit 3: National Income and Price Determination

AD-AS Equilibrium and the Impact of Market Expectations

This question investigates how market expectations, particularly regarding inflation, can affect the

Medium

Aggregate Demand Components Analysis

Examine the components of aggregate demand and analyze how changes in consumer behavior can affect o

Easy

Aggregate Demand Components and Real GDP

Aggregate demand (AD) consists of several components that determine the overall level of economic ac

Easy

Aggregate Supply Adjustments in Response to Labor Market Changes

Assess how changes in labor market conditions, such as a significant wage increase, affect the short

Medium

Consumer Behavior and the Wealth Effect

This question examines how the wealth effect influences consumer spending and aggregate demand (AD).

Medium

Fiscal Multipliers in High-Savings Economies

An economy with a high savings rate exhibits a lower marginal propensity to consume. Analyze how thi

Extreme

Fiscal Policy Lags and Economic Stabilization

This question examines the concept of fiscal policy lags and their impact on the effectiveness of go

Extreme

Fiscal Policy: Contractionary Measures to Control Inflation

This question addresses how contractionary fiscal policies are used to cool down an economy experien

Medium

Fiscal Stimulus: Spending vs. Tax Multipliers

Matthew, an economist, is evaluating a fiscal stimulus strategy. Given that the marginal propensity

Medium

Foreign Sector Substitution Effect on the AD Curve

Rising U.S. price levels have led consumers to substitute domestic goods with cheaper imported alter

Hard

FRQ 5: Recessionary and Inflationary Gaps

This question examines your understanding of output gaps in the AD-AS framework. Part A: Define a r

Easy

FRQ 6: Long-Run Aggregate Supply and Economic Growth

This question focuses on the long-run aggregate supply (LRAS) and the determinants of economic growt

Medium

FRQ 8: Automatic Stabilizers and Economic Stability

Examine the role of automatic stabilizers in mitigating economic fluctuations during recessions and

Easy

FRQ 9: Multiple Effects on Aggregate Demand: Foreign, Interest Rate, and Wealth Effects

Market dynamics can be influenced by various effects when the aggregate price level changes. Part A

Extreme

FRQ 10: Automatic Stabilizers and Economic Fluctuations

Automatic stabilizers play a crucial role in moderating economic fluctuations without deliberate pol

Medium

FRQ 11: Interest Rate Effect on Investment Spending

Examine the interest rate effect and its impact on investment spending in the macroeconomy.

Medium

FRQ 13: Aggregate Demand Curve Diagram and Shifts

Illustrate the aggregate demand (AD) curve and explain the factors that can shift it.

Medium

FRQ 13: Impact of Consumer Sentiment on Aggregate Demand

Consumer sentiment plays a vital role in determining the consumption component of aggregate demand.

Medium

FRQ 14: Fiscal Policy, Spending, and Tax Multipliers in a Recession

Analyze the roles of spending and tax multipliers in fiscal policy during a recession.

Hard

GDP Equilibrium in the AD-AS Model: Recessionary Gap and Self-Correction

This question examines the concept of macroeconomic equilibrium in the AD-AS model, particularly in

Hard

Graphing the AD-AS Model: Identifying Economic Equilibrium

Construct and analyze an AD-AS diagram to illustrate economic equilibrium. Identify key characterist

Medium

Impact of a Natural Disaster on Aggregate Supply and Demand

This question examines the effects of a sudden natural disaster on the economy's aggregate supply an

Hard

Impact of Tax Policy on Aggregate Demand

Discuss how tax policy changes influence aggregate demand through the tax multiplier, and evaluate i

Medium

Inflationary Gap and Policy Response

An economy operating above its full-employment level encounters rising inflationary pressures. Analy

Hard

Interrelationship Between Fiscal Policy and Monetary Policy Outcomes

Explore the interactions between fiscal and monetary policies and their combined effects on the AD-A

Medium

Long-Run Self-Adjustment Following a Recessionary Gap

Explain the self-correcting mechanism that allows an economy operating below full employment to retu

Medium

Mixing Fiscal Policies: Tax Cuts and Increased Spending

An economy faces an output gap of $60 billion. The government is considering a mix of tax cuts and i

Medium

Multiplier Effects of Consumer Behavior Changes

Analyze how changes in consumers’ marginal propensity to consume (MPC) affect the spending multiplie

Medium

Multiplier Effects of Fiscal Policy

This question addresses the multiplier effect in the context of fiscal policy adjustments. (a) Defi

Medium

Multiplier Effects: Spending vs Tax Multipliers

Analyze the multiplier effect in the macroeconomy. Differentiate between the spending multiplier and

Medium

Negative Supply Shock: Effects on Equilibrium

Consider an economy that experiences a negative supply shock due to a sudden increase in energy pric

Hard

Policy Mix in Recession with Supply Shock

In an economy experiencing both a recessionary gap and a negative supply shock, critically evaluate

Extreme

Short-Run Adjustment and AS Shocks

The economy often undergoes self-adjustment in the short run after experiencing shocks. Analyze the

Medium

Short-Run Aggregate Supply (SRAS) Shocks

Examine how negative supply shocks affect the short-run aggregate supply curve and the overall econo

Medium

Short-Run vs. Long-Run Aggregate Supply

This question examines the differences between short-run and long-run aggregate supply. (a) Differe

Medium

Simultaneous Shifts in Aggregate Demand and Aggregate Supply

Examine an economy that is simultaneously affected by expansionary fiscal policy and a negative supp

Extreme

Spending and Tax Multipliers: Calculations and Analysis

This question tests your ability to calculate and interpret the spending multiplier and tax multipli

Medium

Supply Shocks and Short-Run Adjustments in SRAS

This question examines the impact of supply shocks on the short-run aggregate supply (SRAS) curve an

Medium

Supply Shocks and Short-Run Aggregate Supply

Analyze the role of supply shocks in shifting the short-run aggregate supply (SRAS) and their effect

Medium

Tax and Spending Multipliers in Fiscal Policy

This question focuses on a detailed analysis of tax and spending multipliers and their roles in fisc

Medium
Unit 4: Financial Sector

Analyzing Liquidity of Financial Assets

Consider the following table which lists various financial assets along with their liquidity scores,

Easy

Analyzing the Aggregate Demand Effect of Monetary Policy

Expansionary monetary policy can significantly shift the aggregate demand (AD) curve. Using the scen

Extreme

Asset Demand for Money under Changing Interest Rates

Investigate how asset demand for money responds to changes in the nominal interest rate.

Medium

Bond Prices and Interest Rate Movements

This question examines the inverse relationship between bond prices and interest rates.

Medium

Commodity Money vs. Fiat Money

This question compares commodity money and fiat money and examines how public trust influences the v

Easy

Comparing Equity Financing and Debt Financing

Firms have options for raising funds through either equity or debt financing. Examine the following

Hard

Comparing Monetary Policy Tools: Discount Rate vs. Reserve Requirements

The Federal Reserve employs various tools to influence the economy. Compare the discount rate and th

Hard

Debt Financing vs. Equity Financing for Firms

Firms can raise capital through debt financing or equity financing. Answer the following questions r

Medium

Effective Money Multiplier under Varying Conditions

The theoretical money multiplier can be affected by factors such as excess reserves and currency hol

Extreme

Effects of Changes in the Federal Discount Rate

This question explores the role of the discount rate in monetary policy and its impact on bank behav

Medium

Equity vs. Debt Financing: Analysis Using Financial Data

A company is evaluating its financing options and is considering both equity financing (issuing stoc

Medium

Evaluating Financial Assets: Stocks vs Bonds

A firm is considering raising funds via issuing stocks (equity financing) or bonds (debt financing).

Easy

Evaluating Investment Choices: Rate of Return Analysis

A firm is evaluating two potential investments: a physical asset and a financial asset. The firm req

Medium

Evaluating the Trade-Offs in Financial Investment Risk

This question examines how risk considerations influence investment decisions in the financial marke

Medium

Fractional Reserve Banking and the Money Multiplier

Fractional reserve banking allows banks to hold only a fraction of deposits as reserves and to loan

Medium

Fractional Reserve Banking and the Money Multiplier

This question addresses the principles of fractional reserve banking and the concept of the money mu

Medium

FRQ 12: Loanable Funds Market - Supply Shifters

Analyze the factors that drive changes in the supply of loanable funds and their impact on the marke

Medium

FRQ 13: Comparative Analysis of Debt vs. Equity Financing

Compare debt financing and equity financing, and analyze which method may be more advantageous under

Hard

FRQ 18: Credit Market Dynamics and Business Investment

Analyze how changes in the money supply can influence business investment decisions through the cred

Hard

Impact of Reserve Requirements on Money Creation

Analyze how changes in reserve requirements affect the money supply. Answer the following parts:

Medium

Inflation and Borrowing Costs

This question investigates how inflation influences nominal and real interest rates and the subseque

Easy

Integration of Monetary Policy and the Loanable Funds Market: A Multi-Step Analysis

Consider a scenario where the Federal Reserve implements an expansionary monetary policy. Answer the

Extreme

Interest Rate Changes and Bond Pricing

Analyze how changes in nominal interest rates affect bond prices for a bond with a fixed coupon rate

Hard

Liquidity and Investment Decisions

Consider an investor evaluating various financial assets. The investor bases their decision on liqui

Medium

Liquidity in Financial Markets During Economic Crises

Liquidity is a critical factor during economic downturns. Answer the following: (i) Define liquidit

Hard

Liquidity Preferences and Money Demand

This question examines the different components of money demand and how liquidity preferences affect

Medium

Loanable Funds Market Analysis

This question analyzes the demand and supply factors in the loanable funds market and how shifts in

Medium

Loanable Funds Market Analysis

Explain how government deficit spending affects the loanable funds market and the determination of r

Medium

Loanable Funds Market Dynamics

Examine the loanable funds market and the factors that affect its equilibrium. Answer the following

Medium

Measurement of the Money Supply

Examine the definitions of M1 and M2 and discuss why the money supply is considered fixed at a given

Medium

Monetary Base and Money Supply: A Comparative Analysis

Understanding the difference between the monetary base and the money supply is important for analyzi

Medium

Monetary Base versus Broader Money Supply

Differentiate between the monetary base and broader measures of the money supply, and assess the rol

Easy

Monetary Multiplier and Money Creation

This question assesses your understanding of fractional reserve banking and the money multiplier eff

Medium

Monetary Policy Challenges in a Liquidity Trap

Critically assess the effectiveness of monetary policy when the economy is in a liquidity trap. Answ

Extreme

Monetary Policy Effects on Aggregate Demand

Monetary policy is a key tool used by the Fed to influence economic activity. Answer the following:

Hard

Monetary Policy Effects on Aggregate Demand: An AD-AS Analysis

Expansionary monetary policy can shift aggregate demand and affect overall economic output. Evaluate

Medium

Money Demand and Liquidity Preference

Discuss the components of money demand with a focus on transaction demand and asset demand, and anal

Medium

Money Market Equilibrium and Expansionary Policy

The money market plays a crucial role in setting the equilibrium interest rate. Consider the followi

Medium

Money Market Equilibrium and Monetary Policy Impact

This question examines money market equilibrium and the effect of expansionary monetary policy on in

Hard

Money Supply: M1 and M2 Definitions and Calculations

Answer the following questions related to money supply definitions: (i) Define M1 and M2 and descri

Easy

Nominal vs Real Interest Rate Dynamics

This question requires you to explore the relationship between nominal and real interest rates and t

Easy

Nominal vs. Real Interest Rates

This question assesses your ability to distinguish between nominal and real interest rates and compu

Easy

Nominal vs. Real Interest Rates in Investment Decisions

Examine the impact of nominal and real interest rates on economic decision–making. Answer the follow

Medium

Open Market Operations and Their Impact

Discuss the role of open market operations (OMOs) in monetary policy and analyze their effects on th

Medium

Real vs Nominal Interest Rates and Inflation Expectations

This question focuses on how inflation expectations affect the relationship between real and nominal

Medium

Risk and Expected Return in Financial Investments

Evaluate how the trade-off between risk and expected return influences investment decisions in finan

Hard

Risk in Investment Decisions

This question examines how risk is defined in financial investments and how changes in economic cond

Medium

The Discount Rate and Its Economic Impact

Examine the role of the discount rate as a monetary policy tool and its broader economic implication

Medium

The Role of Money Supply in Monetary Policy

This question evaluates your understanding of how the Federal Reserve uses monetary policy, particul

Hard
Unit 5: Long-Run Consequences of Stabilization Policies

Adjustment from Recessionary to Full Employment Equilibrium

An economy initially operates with a recessionary gap where actual real GDP is below full employment

Medium

Adjustment to a Recessionary Gap and Long-Run Equilibration

This question examines the classical adjustment mechanism from a recessionary gap back to full emplo

Medium

Analyzing Double Shocks: Recession and Inflation Simultaneously

An economy is hit by two simultaneous shocks: a decline in aggregate demand due to reduced consumer

Extreme

Analyzing the Crowding Out Effect

Government borrowing to finance deficits can lead to a reduction in private investment through the c

Hard

Balancing Fiscal and Monetary Policies: Coordination Challenges

An economy is facing an inflationary gap. The government implements contractionary fiscal policy whi

Extreme

Contractionary Monetary Policy in Response to Inflationary Pressures

Facing an inflationary gap with rapidly rising prices, the central bank implements contractionary mo

Medium

Crowding Out Effect in the Loanable Funds Market

Analyze the crowding out effect that may occur when the government increases its borrowing to financ

Medium

Demand-Pull vs. Cost-Push Inflation

Inflation can occur due to different economic forces. Compare and contrast demand-pull inflation wit

Medium

Economic Growth: Production Possibilities and Aggregate Production Function

Discuss the determinants of long-run economic growth and illustrate how an economy's production poss

Medium

Fiscal Policy, Budget Deficits, and National Debt

Persistent budget deficits contribute to the national debt, affecting a country’s economic stability

Medium

Fiscal Stimulus and Short-Run Aggregate Demand

Evaluate the impact of fiscal stimulus on aggregate demand (AD) and discuss the short-run trade-offs

Medium

FRQ 1: Adjustment from Recessionary Gap: AD-AS Analysis

Analyze the adjustment process from a recessionary gap to long-run equilibrium. Explain how a leftwa

Medium

FRQ 6: Cost-Push Inflation and the Wage-Price Spiral Dynamics

Analyze the phenomena of cost-push inflation and the wage-price spiral. Use a graphical representati

Hard

FRQ 9: Supply-Side Policies and Long-Run Aggregate Supply

Discuss the impact of supply-side policies on long-run economic growth. Use an AD-AS framework to ex

Medium

FRQ 9: Wage-Price Spiral and Double Shifts

Examine the concept of the wage-price spiral and how double shifts in aggregate demand (AD) and shor

Extreme

FRQ 11: Investment Tax Credits and Their Impact on AS and AD

Analyze the role of investment tax credits as a supply-side policy tool and their impact on aggregat

Medium

FRQ 12: Fiscal Stimulus in a Deep Recessionary Gap

Assess how expansionary fiscal policy can be used to close a deep recessionary gap and examine the r

Medium

FRQ 13: Aggregate Production Function and Productivity Shifts

Explain how shifts in the aggregate production function can lead to improvements in productivity and

Hard

FRQ 14: Trade-Offs in Inflation and Unemployment – Policy Analysis

Analyze the trade-offs between inflation and unemployment in the short run, and explain why this tra

Medium

FRQ 17: Monetary Policy, Velocity of Money, and Inflation

Analyze the relationship between monetary policy, velocity of money, and the resulting inflation. Us

Hard

FRQ 20: Coordination of Fiscal and Monetary Policy in an Inflationary Gap

Discuss how fiscal and monetary policies can be coordinated to address an inflationary gap, and anal

Hard

Government Spending Multipliers and GDP Impact

Evaluate the concept of the government spending multiplier and its effect on overall economic output

Easy

Graphical Integration of AD, SRAS, and LRAS with Policy Shifts

Complex economic scenarios often involve multiple simultaneous shifts in the AD–AS framework. In thi

Hard

Impact of Infrastructure Spending on LRAS

Government spending on infrastructure is considered vital for long-run economic growth. Analyze the

Medium

Impact of Public Infrastructure Spending on Long-Run Economic Growth

Evaluate how government spending on infrastructure can influence long-run economic growth. Consider

Hard

Impact of State and Local Deficits on National Economic Performance

During an economic recession, state and local governments increase their deficits. Analyze how this

Hard

Implications of a Balanced Budget Amendment on Fiscal Policy Flexibility

There is a proposal to adopt a balanced budget amendment that would require the government to balanc

Medium

Long-Run Economic Growth: An Aggregate Production Function Approach

Utilize the aggregate production function to explain long-run economic growth and the roles of capit

Medium

Monetary Neutrality vs. Short-Run Non-Neutrality

This question explores the concept of monetary neutrality in the long run versus non-neutral effects

Medium

Monetary Policy for Recessionary Gap Correction

An economy experiencing a recessionary gap sees the central bank increase the money supply by 20% to

Medium

Monetary Policy in Recessionary Gap Correction

This question addresses the role of monetary policy in correcting a recessionary gap. When an econom

Easy

Money Market Equilibrium and Policy Impacts on Interest Rates

Analyze how changes in the money supply affect interest rates using the money market framework.

Medium

National Deficit and Its Long-Run Impact on the Economy

An economy runs persistent budget deficits that are financed by borrowing, resulting in a growing na

Hard

Phillips Curve Analysis: Short-Run Trade-off vs. Long-Run Neutrality

The Phillips curve illustrates the short-run trade-off between inflation and unemployment, but this

Hard

Recessionary Gap and Long‐Run Adjustment

In an economy initially operating at full employment, a loss of consumer and firm confidence causes

Easy

Supply-Side Fiscal Policy and Long-Run Economic Growth

Evaluate how supply-side fiscal policy, such as reducing income taxes, can enhance long-run economic

Medium

Supply-Side Policies and Productivity Improvements

A country implements various supply-side policies focused on technological innovation and human capi

Medium
Unit 6: Open Economy—International Trade and Finance

Analyzing Short-Run Forex Market Adjustments

Examine a situation in which speculators cause shifts in the forex market. Use the provided graph to

Hard

Analyzing the U.S. Balance of Payments Account Deficit

This FRQ examines the components of the balance of payments accounts. The U.S. is experiencing a cur

Medium

Assessing Current and Financial Account Deficits

Explain the differences between a current account deficit and a financial account surplus, and analy

Easy

Balance of Payments Statement Calculation

This question analyzes the components of the balance of payments. Use the provided table to answer t

Medium

Capital Account Dynamics in Open Economies

Analyze quarterly trends in the capital account and discuss their implications for the domestic curr

Medium

Combined Fiscal and Monetary Policy Effects on Exchange Rates

Consider a scenario in which the government adopts an expansionary fiscal policy (increasing aggrega

Extreme

Comparing Economic Effects: Tariffs vs. Quotas on Imports

Compare the economic implications of a tariff and a quota on imported cars using the case provided.

Medium

Determinants of Exchange Rate Shifts: A Comprehensive Analysis

Refer to the graph labeled 'Foreign Exchange Market for U.S. Dollar' provided below. Identify and ex

Hard

Economic Effects of Import Quotas

Using the context of an import quota on automobiles, answer the following parts regarding its impact

Hard

Effects of Monetary Policy on Capital Flows

Investigate the relationship between domestic interest rate changes and international capital flows

Medium

Equilibrium Exchange Rate Calculation

Given the following demand and supply functions for dollars, calculate the equilibrium exchange rate

Hard

Exchange Rate Equilibrium: Solving with Supply and Demand Equations

This FRQ requires you to solve for the equilibrium exchange rate using given supply and demand funct

Hard

Fed Intervention in Balance-of-Payments Adjustment

Analyze the role of the Federal Reserve in intervening in the foreign exchange market to correct bal

Extreme

Fiscal Policy and Exchange Rate Effects

Expansionary fiscal policy, such as increased government spending, can affect both domestic output a

Medium

Fiscal Policy's Effect on Aggregate Demand and Exchange Rates

Discuss the impact of expansionary fiscal policy on aggregate demand, national income, and the excha

Easy

Foreign Exchange Market Equilibrium

The following graph represents the foreign exchange market for U.S. dollars, with Quantity of dollar

Medium

Foreign Exchange Market Equilibrium Adjustments

Assess how speculative activities influence the equilibrium in the foreign exchange market and the r

Hard

Foreign Exchange Market Equilibrium Analysis

Consider the foreign exchange market where the U.S. dollar is traded for euros. Using supply and dem

Medium

Foreign Tastes and Exchange Rate Movements

Changes in foreign consumer preferences can influence a country’s exchange rate. Analyze how a shift

Medium

FRQ 4: The Role of Speculation in the Forex Market

Speculation in the forex market can create rapid fluctuations in exchange rates. This question focus

Hard

FRQ 6: Real Interest Rate Differentials and Capital Flows

Differences in real interest rates between countries can significantly influence international capit

Hard

FRQ 9: Comparative Analysis of Tariffs and Quotas

Tariffs and import quotas are policy tools used to protect domestic industries, but they have differ

Medium

FRQ 12: Dynamics of International Capital Flows

International capital flows are influenced by differences in domestic and foreign interest rates. Th

Medium

FRQ 15: Fiscal vs. Monetary Policy: Effects on Data and Exchange Rates

Contractionary fiscal policy and contractionary monetary policy can have very different impacts on t

Hard

FRQ 16: Measuring the Deadweight Loss of a Trade Tariff

Trade barriers such as tariffs create inefficiencies in the economy in the form of deadweight loss.

Extreme

FRQ 17: Global Shocks and the U.S. Current Account

Economic shocks in major trading partners can affect the U.S. current account significantly. This qu

Hard

FRQ 20: Dynamic Effects of Shifts in Net Exports on the Domestic Economy

Shifts in net exports have significant dynamic effects on the domestic economy, impacting aggregate

Extreme

Graphical Analysis: Foreign Exchange Market Adjustments

Shifts in supply and demand in the foreign exchange market lead to changes in the equilibrium exchan

Medium

Impact of Foreign Investment on Domestic Capital Markets

Assess how significant inbound capital flows affect domestic capital markets and interest rates.

Hard

Impact of Protective Tariffs on Domestic Markets

Evaluate the economic impact of imposing a protective tariff. Your answer should address the followi

Medium

Impact of Unexpected Capital Flows on the Foreign Exchange Market

This FRQ addresses the effects of unexpected capital flows on the exchange rate and net exports.

Extreme

Inflation Differentials and the Impact on Real Interest Rates

Examine how differences in domestic and foreign inflation rates can influence real interest rates an

Medium

Monetary Policy and Exchange Rates

Discuss how monetary policy influences exchange rates and net exports. Provide detailed explanations

Hard

Monetary Policy and International Asset Flows

Discuss how expansionary monetary policy impacts domestic interest rates and subsequently influences

Hard

Monetary Policy Impact on Exchange Rates

An expansionary monetary policy, such as an increase in the money supply, can have significant effec

Medium

Official Reserves and Balance of Payments Adjustment

Using the following table, determine the necessary official reserves adjustment and explain its role

Medium

Real Interest Rates and International Capital Flows

This FRQ explores how differences in real interest rates influence international capital movements.

Hard

Real Interest Rates and International Capital Flows

Discuss how differences in real interest rates between countries influence international capital flo

Hard

Real Interest Rates and Investment Flow Dynamics

Consider the functional relationship given by the equation: $$Investment\,Flow = 50 * (Real\,Interes

Medium

Shifts in Foreign Exchange Demand and Supply

Evaluate the effects of shifts in foreign exchange demand and supply on the dollar's value. Answer t

Medium

Speculation and Exchange Rate Movements

Discuss the role of speculative behavior in the foreign exchange market.

Easy

Speculation and Exchange Rate Volatility

Explore the role of speculation in the foreign exchange market and its effect on exchange rate volat

Medium

Tariffs and Quotas: Domestic and International Impacts

This FRQ examines the effects of trade policies on domestic markets and international trade flows by

Easy

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