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  • Unit 1: Basic Economic Concepts (38)
  • Unit 2: Economic Indicators and the Business Cycle (40)
  • Unit 3: National Income and Price Determination (42)
  • Unit 4: Financial Sector (37)
  • Unit 5: Long-Run Consequences of Stabilization Policies (47)
  • Unit 6: Open Economy—International Trade and Finance (46)
Unit 1: Basic Economic Concepts

Aggregate Demand and Aggregate Supply: Economic Shock

This multi-part question addresses the effects of an economic shock on the aggregate demand and aggr

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

Analyzing Shifts in Demand: Determinants and Effects

Examine how changes in consumer income affect the demand curve and determine their impact on market

Medium

Analyzing Trade-offs and Decision Making in Firms

A firm must make production decisions that involve trade-offs. Use the following scenario and data t

Hard

Application of the Law of Demand

This question delves into the law of demand and its graphical and analytical implications. Answer th

Easy

Calculating Opportunity Cost in Resource Allocation

This question asks you to compute opportunity cost in a given resource allocation scenario and to an

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 Trade

Two countries, Country A and Country B, produce wine and cheese. Use the production data provided to

Medium

Comparative Analysis of Macro and Microeconomics

This question explores the differences between macroeconomics and microeconomics and examines their

Medium

Consumer Preferences and Demand Shifts

Analyze how changes in consumer income and tastes affect demand using a demand and supply framework.

Easy

Demand Analysis in a Competitive Market

This question focuses on the demand concept, including shifts due to income changes and substitutes.

Medium

Determining Demand Changes Using the INSECT Determinants

This question tests your understanding of the determinants of demand using the INSECT acronym (Incom

Easy

Economic Growth vs. Contraction Analysis

This question explores the concepts of economic growth and contraction and their manifestations in e

Medium

Efficiency, Market Failure, and Government Intervention

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

Hard

Fiscal Policy Impact on AD-AS

Examine the effects of a government policy that reduces government spending by $50 billion on the ag

Hard

Fiscal Policy Impact on Macroeconomics

This question examines how fiscal policy actions can impact domestic economic activity and internati

Hard

FRQ 8: Technological Advancements and Production Possibilities

Explore the impact of technological improvements on production possibilities and opportunity costs.

Hard

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 19: Resource Allocation Trade-offs During a Recession

Examine how scarce resources force governments to make difficult trade-offs during a recession, cons

Medium

Government Intervention: Price Floors and Market Equilibrium

This question investigates the effects of government-imposed price floors on market equilibrium.

Medium

Inflation Dynamics and the AD-AS Model

Utilize the Aggregate Demand-Aggregate Supply (AD-AS) framework to analyze inflation dynamics in the

Medium

Input Versus Output Analysis in Production

This question focuses on production functions and the concept of opportunity cost in reallocating re

Hard

International Trade and Exchange Rates

Examine the role of comparative advantage in international trade and analyze the impact of exchange

Hard

Long-run vs. Short-run Adjustments in Macroeconomics

This question requires you to compare short-run and long-run adjustments following an adverse econom

Hard

Macroeconomic vs. Microeconomic Perspectives

This question asks you to differentiate between the fields of macroeconomics and microeconomics and

Easy

Market Adjustment: Surplus and Shortage Dynamics in the Electric Car Market

In the electric car market, assume that due to high demand, the market is experiencing a shortage wh

Medium

Market Disequilibrium Analysis during Price Controls

This question explores how government-imposed price controls, such as price ceilings or floors, lead

Hard

Market Equilibrium and Disequilibrium

Analyze market equilibrium using a given supply and demand schedule. Identify disequilibrium conditi

Medium

Market Equilibrium and Disequilibrium

This question examines market equilibrium and the concept of market disequilibrium due to surpluses

Easy

Market Equilibrium and Disequilibrium: Surplus and Shortage Analysis

Analyze how deviations from equilibrium create surpluses or shortages and how markets adjust to rest

Medium

Market Equilibrium and Shifts in Demand and Supply

Answer the following questions to demonstrate your understanding of market equilibrium and the effec

Easy

Money Demand and Supply Analysis

Analyze the effects of an increase in money demand on the money market equilibrium. Consider the imp

Hard

Opportunity Costs in Personal Financial Decisions

This question examines how individuals make decisions based on opportunity costs, particularly in th

Medium

Scarcity and Opportunity Cost Analysis

This question examines how limited resources necessitate trade-offs in decision-making. Consider an

Medium

Scarcity and Opportunity Cost in Resource Allocation

This question evaluates your understanding of the concepts of scarcity and opportunity cost as they

Easy

Scarcity and Prioritization in Public Policy

This question examines how scarcity influences government spending decisions and the trade-offs that

Medium

Supply Shifters and Producer Surplus

Analyze the concept of producer surplus and the impact of supply shifters on it. Provide a diagram a

Hard

The Effects of Taxation on Supply and Market Outcomes

Explore the impact of an excise tax on the supply curve, and analyze how it affects market equilibri

Extreme
Unit 2: Economic Indicators and the Business Cycle

Analyzing Price Indices: CPI vs. GDP Deflator

Examine the definitions and computations of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and the GDP deflator, and

Medium

Business Cycle Analysis: Identifying Phases

A country has the following quarterly real GDP values (in $ billions): Q1 = 1000, Q2 = 1025, Q3 = 10

Easy

Calculating the Unemployment Rate

Compute the unemployment rate using provided labor force data and discuss one aspect of frictional u

Easy

Circular Flow and Leakage

Examine the concept of leakages in the circular flow model and discuss their implications for aggreg

Medium

Comparative Analysis of GDP, GDP Deflator, and Inflation Rates

Understanding the relationship between GDP metrics and inflation is key in macroeconomic analysis. A

Hard

Comparing Business Cycle Theories and Policies

Different theories exist to explain fluctuations in the business cycle. Answer the following questio

Hard

Comparing GDP Deflator and CPI

Both the GDP deflator and the Consumer Price Index are used to measure price changes in an economy.

Medium

Comparisons of Nominal and Real Income

Evaluate the impact of inflation on individual purchasing power by comparing nominal and real income

Medium

Costs Associated with Inflation

Explain the concept of inflation costs with an emphasis on menu costs and shoe-leather costs.

Medium

Costs of Inflation and Their Impact

Inflation carries several costs that can affect businesses and households. Answer the following: Pa

Hard

CPI and Quality Adjustments

Discuss the challenges the Consumer Price Index (CPI) faces in accurately measuring inflation, parti

Hard

CPI Computation and Limitations

Using a market basket approach, compute the Consumer Price Index (CPI), determine the inflation rate

Hard

Effects of Inflation on Interest Rates and Costs

Inflation alters interest rates and imposes various costs on the economy. Analyze these relationship

Hard

Environmental Costs and GDP Limitations

Examine the limitations of GDP as a measure of economic welfare with a focus on environmental degrad

Hard

Evaluating Aggregate Income vs. Aggregate Spending

Critically analyze the relationship between aggregate income and aggregate spending in GDP measureme

Medium

Evaluating the Impact of External Shocks on GDP

External shocks, such as natural disasters, can have immediate impacts on GDP. Answer the following:

Extreme

Evaluating the Limitations of GDP

Discuss the limitations of GDP as a measure of economic welfare. In your responses, consider factors

Medium

Expanding the Circular Flow Model: Introducing the Foreign Sector

This question extends your understanding of the circular flow model by incorporating the foreign sec

Easy

GDP and the Value-Added Approach

Examine the value-added approach to calculating GDP and its role in avoiding double counting.

Medium

GDP Deflator Calculation and Comparison with CPI

Calculate the GDP deflator given nominal and real GDP values, and compare its scope with that of the

Medium

GDP Deflator vs. CPI: Comparative Analysis

Compare and contrast the GDP deflator and the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in terms of their compositi

Medium

GDP Limitations and the Shadow Economy

GDP is a widely used measure to gauge economic performance, yet it has several limitations. Answer t

Hard

Investment Spending and the Multiplier Effect

Examine how changes in investment spending can have amplified effects on the economy through the mul

Hard

Labor Force Participation and Demographic Changes

Analyze how demographic shifts affect labor force participation rates (LFPR) and discuss the economi

Medium

Labor Force Participation and Discouraged Workers

Using provided demographic data, calculate labor force metrics and analyze the impact of discouraged

Extreme

Loanable Funds Market and Saving Behaviors

Examine the effect of increased government borrowing on the loanable funds market. Answer the follow

Medium

Measuring Inflation with the CPI

Calculate the annual inflation rate using CPI data and discuss one limitation of the CPI as a measur

Easy

Measuring Unemployment and Labor Force Participation

Examine the methods used to measure unemployment and the labor force participation rate. Calculate t

Medium

Measuring Unemployment Rates and Phillips Curve Analysis

Analyze unemployment measurement and the implications for macroeconomic policy. Calculate the unempl

Medium

Nominal vs Real Interest Rates

Analyze the relationship between nominal interest rates, real interest rates, and expected inflation

Easy

Nominal vs. Real Income: Analysis of Purchasing Power

Examine the differences between nominal and real income. Calculate the effect of inflation on real i

Medium

Price Indices: Calculation and Limitations

Consider a market basket with the following items for the base year and current year: Base Year: Bre

Hard

Technological Change and Economic Productivity

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

Extreme

The Shadow Economy’s Impact on GDP

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

Hard

Understanding Structural Unemployment

This question focuses on structural unemployment, including its causes, graphical representation, an

Medium

Understanding the Business Cycle

The business cycle represents fluctuations in economic activity over time. Analyze the phases of the

Easy

Understanding the Costs of Inflation

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

Hard

Unemployment Measures and Labor Force Participation

Using the given data, calculate key labor market indicators and discuss potential issues in measurin

Medium

Unemployment Metrics and Labor Force Participation

This question requires you to calculate key labor market statistics and to explain the different typ

Medium

Value-Added Approach in the Circular Flow

Utilize the value-added approach to analyze how different stages of production contribute to GDP, an

Medium
Unit 3: National Income and Price Determination

Analyzing the Relationship between AD Shifts and Employment Levels

This question explores how shifts in aggregate demand affect employment levels in the economy during

Medium

Automatic Stabilizers: Their Role and Impact

Examine the concept of automatic stabilizers in fiscal policy. Discuss how they operate during econo

Easy

Calculating Real Interest Rates and Their Effect on Investment

Although not directly a part of the aggregate demand framework, real interest rates play a crucial r

Hard

Comparing Fiscal and Monetary Policy Effects on AD

Both expansionary fiscal policy (an increase in government spending) and expansionary monetary polic

Hard

Components of Aggregate Demand and Economic Impacts

This question assesses your understanding of the components of aggregate demand (AD) and how changes

Medium

Comprehensive Analysis of AD-AS Equilibrium, Fiscal Policy, and Multipliers

This comprehensive question integrates multiple macroeconomic concepts including aggregate demand (A

Extreme

Effects of a Positive Technological Shock on the Economy

A sudden technological breakthrough increases productivity across multiple industries. Analyze how t

Medium

Fiscal Policy and the Tax Multiplier

This problem focuses on the tax multiplier within the framework of fiscal policy. (a) Define the ta

Hard

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 Measures to Close a Recessionary Gap

This question examines the use of expansionary fiscal policy to close a recessionary gap in an econo

Hard

Fiscal Policy: Contractionary Measures to Control Inflation

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

Medium

Foreign Sector Influence on Aggregate Demand

Examine how changes in foreign income and exchange rate movements influence aggregate demand, partic

Hard

FRQ 5: Equilibrium in the AD-AS Model: Recessionary and Inflationary Gaps

Analyze the differences between recessionary and inflationary gaps in the AD-AS framework and illust

Medium

FRQ 7: Fiscal Policy and Its Impact on Aggregate Demand

Fiscal policy tools such as government spending and tax cuts are used to influence aggregate demand.

Hard

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 11: Interplay Between Money Market and AD-AS Model

Consider the transmission mechanism from monetary policy to the real economy. Part A: Draw a money

Extreme

FRQ 12: Fiscal Policy for Gap Closure Using Multipliers

Consider an economy with a recessionary output gap of $40 billion below its full-employment output.

Hard

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 15: Determining Equilibrium Real GDP in an AD-AS Model

Using a given scenario, determine the equilibrium real GDP, price level, and discuss any deviations

Medium

FRQ 16: Deriving the Spending and Tax Multipliers from Consumer Behavior Data

Using consumer behavior data, derive the spending multiplier and the tax multiplier, and explain the

Easy

FRQ 17: Technological Advancements and Shifts in Long-Run Aggregate Supply

Discuss how technological advancements influence the long-run aggregate supply (LRAS) curve and the

Medium

FRQ 20: Dynamics of AD-AS Adjustments with Supply Shocks

Supply shocks cause significant shifts in the AD-AS framework. Part A: Using the AD-AS model, draw

Extreme

Government Spending vs. Tax Cuts: Comparative Analysis

The impact of fiscal policy can vary depending on whether the government chooses to increase spendin

Hard

Inflationary Gap Analysis Using the AD-AS Model

This question requires you to analyze the implications of an inflationary gap using the AD-AS framew

Medium

Interplay Between Nominal and Real GDP in the AD-AS Framework

Discuss the differences between nominal and real GDP and how changes in the aggregate price level af

Medium

Investment and Net Exports: Their Effect on Aggregate Demand

Global economic slowdowns have resulted in a $50 billion decline in net exports, and firms are delay

Medium

Long-Run Aggregate Supply (LRAS) and Economic Growth

Discuss the concept of Long-Run Aggregate Supply (LRAS) and its significance in explaining economic

Easy

Long-Run Aggregate Supply: Economic Growth and Productivity

Discuss the determinants that shift the long-run aggregate supply (LRAS) curve and their roles in pr

Medium

Multiplier Effects of Fiscal Policy

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

Medium

Real vs. Nominal GDP: Analysis

This question distinguishes between nominal and real GDP and examines their implications for underst

Medium

Recessionary and Inflationary Gaps and Self-Adjustment Mechanisms

Examine how the economy self-adjusts to recessionary and inflationary gaps using the AD-AS framework

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 Economic Stability

Analyze the effects of supply shocks on economic stability and discuss potential policy responses to

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

Supply-Side Policies and SRAS Shifts

Evaluate how supply-side policies, such as deregulation, affect the short-run aggregate supply (SRAS

Medium

Technological Advancements and the Long-Run Aggregate Supply Shift

Suppose a breakthrough in technology increases labor productivity, thereby expanding the economy's p

Hard

Using Fiscal Policy to Influence Aggregate Demand: Theoretical and Empirical Analysis

Integrate theoretical frameworks and empirical evidence to evaluate the effectiveness of fiscal poli

Hard

Wage-Setting Behavior and Shifts in SRAS

Analyze how inflation expectations influence wage-setting behavior and subsequently shift the short-

Hard

Wealth Effect and Aggregate Demand

Discuss the impact of the wealth effect on aggregate demand. Explain how fluctuations in asset value

Medium
Unit 4: Financial Sector

An Analysis of Money Supply Definitions: M1 and M2

The money supply is measured using different aggregates such as M1 and M2. Analyze these measures an

Easy

Analyzing Liquidity of Financial Assets

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

Easy

Bond Prices and Interest Rate Movements

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

Medium

Bond Prices and Interest Rates

Bond prices and interest rates share an inverse relationship. Using the data provided and your under

Medium

Calculating Money Supply Expansion via Fractional Reserve Banking

Fractional reserve banking can lead to an expansion of the money supply through the money multiplier

Medium

Comparing Equity vs Debt Financing: Stocks vs Bonds

This question explores the differences between equity financing (stocks) and debt financing (bonds).

Easy

Debt Financing vs. Equity Financing for Firms

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

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

Expansionary Monetary Policy and Aggregate Demand

This question explores the effects of expansionary monetary policy on the economy. Answer the follow

Medium

Financial Assets and the Risk-Return Tradeoff

This question examines the risk-return tradeoff in financial investments. Answer the following parts

Medium

FRQ 2: Comparing Equity and Debt Financing

Discuss the differences between equity financing and debt financing, and analyze how firms decide be

Medium

FRQ 16: Functions and Evolution of Money

Discuss the functions of money and its evolution from commodity money to fiat money.

Easy

FRQ 19: Monetary Policy and Aggregate Demand

Examine the transmission mechanism of expansionary monetary policy from the Fed’s actions to shifts

Extreme

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

Inflationary Expectations and Financial Asset Valuation

This question analyzes how inflationary expectations affect the valuation of financial assets and th

Easy

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

This question explores the concept of liquidity and its influence on investment choices.

Easy

Loanable Funds and Future Expectations

This question assesses how expectations regarding future economic conditions affect the loanable fun

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: Effect of Deficit Spending and Foreign Investment

The loanable funds market is affected by various factors such as government deficit spending and for

Hard

Loanable Funds Market: Impact of Government Deficits

Government fiscal policies, especially deficit spending, can influence the loanable funds market. Co

Hard

Measuring Money Supply: M1 vs M2

This question focuses on the measurement of the money supply using definitions of M1 and M2 along wi

Easy

Monetary Base versus Broader Money Supply

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

Easy

Monetary Policy and Aggregate Demand: Short-Run Effects

This question analyzes how expansionary monetary policy influences aggregate demand and short-run ma

Hard

Money Demand and Liquidity Preference

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

Medium

Money Demand in Relation to GDP

This question explores how changes in nominal GDP affect the transaction demand for money.

Easy

Nominal vs. Real Interest Rates: Investment Returns

Understanding the distinction between nominal and real interest rates is essential for evaluating in

Easy

Open Market Operations: Evaluating the Fed's Actions

Open market operations (OMOs) are a key tool for the Federal Reserve. Analyze a scenario where the F

Medium

Reserve Requirements and Economic Impact

Assess how changes in the reserve requirement affect bank lending and the broader economy.

Hard

Risk, Return, and Liquidity in Investment Choices

Investors must balance risk, return, and liquidity when constructing their portfolios. Answer the fo

Medium

Stock vs. Bonds: Investment Decision Making

A firm is considering raising funds through equity (by issuing stocks) or debt (by issuing bonds). A

Medium

The Federal Funds Rate and Its Transmission

Analyze the role of the federal funds rate in the financial market and illustrate how changes to the

Hard

The Impact of Government Deficit Spending on Loanable Funds

Government deficit spending can have significant effects on the loanable funds market. Consider a sc

Hard

The Role of Financial Assets in Monetary Policy

Financial assets are integral to the execution of monetary policy. Explore the following aspects:

Medium

The Role of Foreign Demand in the Loanable Funds Market

This question examines how increased foreign demand for domestic financial assets impacts the loanab

Medium

Understanding the Monetary Base and Money Supply

Differentiate between the monetary base and the broader money supply, and apply the money multiplier

Easy
Unit 5: Long-Run Consequences of Stabilization Policies

AD‐AS Analysis of Recessionary Gap Adjustment

Consider an economy that is operating below its full-employment level. In this question, you will us

Hard

Analyzing the Crowding Out Effect

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

Hard

Comparing Demand-Pull and Cost-Push Inflation

Inflation can be driven by demand-pull forces as well as cost-push pressures. Compare and contrast t

Hard

Comparing Price Index Measures: GDP Deflator vs CPI

Using provided data, compute the GDP deflator and the Consumer Price Index (CPI), and compare the ad

Hard

Coordinated Fiscal and Monetary Policies for Full Employment

Achieving full employment often requires a coordinated effort between fiscal and monetary policies.

Hard

Cost-Push Inflation: Analyzing Supply Shocks

A significant increase in oil prices raises production costs, resulting in a supply shock that shift

Hard

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

Crowding Out in the Loanable Funds Market

The government increases its spending and finances it through borrowing, thereby increasing the dema

Medium

Deflation Effects in a Recessionary Environment

Discuss the impact of deflation in the context of a recession. Analyze its effects on real GDP, unem

Easy

Deflation: Causes, Impacts, and Policy Responses

Deflation has complex effects on the economy and often results from a significant decline in aggrega

Hard

Dual Shifters: Demand-Pull vs. Cost-Push Inflation

An economy experiences a simultaneous rightward shift in aggregate demand (due to increased consumer

Hard

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

Evaluating the Long-Run Impact of Fiscal Stimulus

A government implements a fiscal stimulus by increasing spending by $200 billion in a single year. E

Extreme

Excessive Expansionary Fiscal Policy: Multiplier Effects and Crowding Out

Analyze the short-run and long-run consequences of an excessively expansionary fiscal policy, includ

Extreme

Fiscal Deficits, Borrowing, and the Crowding Out Effect

The government runs a significant budget deficit and finances it by borrowing funds in the loanable

Hard

Fiscal Deficits, National Debt, and Economic Growth

Examine the relationship between fiscal deficits, national debt, and long-run economic growth. (a)

Medium

Fiscal Expansion and Crowding Out in the Loanable Funds Market

Examine the crowding out effect in the context of expansionary fiscal policy and its impact on the l

Medium

Fiscal Policy and Long-Run Economic Growth

Fiscal policy not only affects short-run stabilization but can also influence long-run economic grow

Medium

Fiscal Stimulus and International Trade: Effects on Net Exports

A country implements an expansionary fiscal policy during a recession, leading to increased domestic

Hard

FRQ 1: Loanable Funds Market – Government Borrowing Impact

Analyze how an increase in government borrowing affects the loanable funds market. In your response,

Medium

FRQ 5: Monetary Neutrality and the Quantity Theory of Money

Discuss the concept of monetary neutrality using the quantity theory of money. Answer the following

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 10: Government Deficit Spending and the Private Investment Response

Evaluate the impact of increased government deficit spending on the loanable funds market and its co

Medium

FRQ 11: National Debt, Deficits, and Macroeconomic Stability

Discuss the relationship between persistent budget deficits, national debt, and their potential impa

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: Risk Behavior, Interest Rates, and Investment Incentives

Discuss how changes in tax policy can influence risk-taking and investment incentives. Analyze the p

Medium

FRQ 20: Real World Application – A Case of Fiscal Restraint in Deficit Reduction

Using a real-world example, analyze the effects of fiscal restraint aimed at reducing a budget defic

Hard

Government Budget Deficits and Long-Run Price Level Impacts

Persistent government budget deficits can have long-run effects on the economy. In this question, yo

Hard

Government Infrastructure Spending and Long-Run Economic Growth

Infrastructure spending is believed to have significant effects on long-run economic growth. Analyze

Medium

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

Inflationary Gap and Its Implications

An economy operating near full employment experiences a surge in aggregate demand, creating an infla

Medium

Influence of Money Supply and Velocity on Inflation

Using the equation of exchange, analyze the effects of changes in the money supply (M) and the veloc

Hard

Investment Tax Credits and Their Effects on AS/AD

Investment tax credits are a supply-side fiscal measure intended to stimulate private investment. Ev

Medium

Long-Run Economic Growth and Productivity Determinants

Long-run economic growth is driven by improvements in productivity. In this question, you will explo

Hard

Monetary Neutrality and Its Short-Run Effects

Assess the concept of monetary neutrality and analyze circumstances in the short run when a change i

Medium

Monetary Policy and Economic Stabilization in Federal Systems

Effective monetary policy is crucial for economic stabilization, particularly when the central bank

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

Phillips Curve Analysis: Short-run vs Long-run Implications

Consider an economy experiencing demand-pull inflation. (a) Define the short-run Phillips Curve (SR

Medium

Public Policy Initiatives to Foster Economic Growth

Public policy can drive both short-run aggregate demand and long-run growth. Consider the following:

Medium

Quantitative Analysis of the Spending Multiplier and Inflation

In an economy with an MPC of 0.7, the government enacts a contractionary fiscal measure that reduces

Easy

Quantity Theory of Money and the Effects of Money Supply Changes

Utilize the equation of exchange to analyze the impact of an increase in the money supply on the pri

Medium

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 Policies and Economic Growth

Examine how supply-side policies, such as lowering taxes and increasing education spending, can impa

Medium

Supply-Side Policies and Productivity Improvements

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

Medium

Technology Shocks and Shifts in SRAS

Technological improvements can reduce production costs and shift the short-run aggregate supply curv

Easy

The Aggregate Production Function and Shifts in Long-Run Aggregate Supply

The aggregate production function is central to understanding long-run economic growth. In this ques

Medium

The Role of Monetary Policy in Stabilizing Short-Run Fluctuations

Monetary policy plays a crucial role in addressing short-run economic fluctuations. In this question

Medium
Unit 6: Open Economy—International Trade and Finance

Balance of Payments and Exchange Rate Dynamics: A Case Study

Based on the provided balance of payments table, analyze the drivers of the BOP imbalance and the re

Medium

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

Case Study: U.S. Monetary Policy and the Dollar

In a scenario where the Federal Reserve adopts an expansionary monetary policy, examine the subseque

Hard

Central Bank Intervention in the Forex Market

Central banks sometimes intervene in the foreign exchange market to correct imbalances in the balanc

Extreme

Central Bank Policy and Capital Flows

Discuss the influence of central bank policy on international capital flows. Address each part below

Hard

Central Bank Policy and Exchange Rate Dynamics

Analyze how contractionary monetary policy affects domestic interest rates and the exchange rate in

Medium

Circular Flow of Dollars in International Trade

Discuss the circular flow of dollars between the United States and foreign economies.

Easy

Combined Fiscal and Monetary Policy Effects on Exchange Rates

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

Extreme

Comprehensive Analysis: Policy Shifts and International Economic Equilibrium

This FRQ requires a comprehensive analysis of a complex policy scenario involving simultaneous contr

Extreme

Current Account Deficits and Capital Inflows

In a given fiscal year, the U.S. records a current account deficit of $150 billion and a capital acc

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

Determinants of Exchange Rates in a Globalized Economy

Discuss the various determinants of exchange rates in a globalized economy and analyze their potenti

Easy

Domestic Interest Rates and Currency Supply

Analyze the relationship between domestic interest rates and the supply of the domestic currency in

Medium

Effects of Monetary Contraction on Domestic Markets

Analyze how a contractionary monetary policy affects domestic interest rates, capital flows, and the

Hard

Exchange Rate Impact on Net Exports

Discuss the impact of a depreciating domestic currency on net exports using the information from the

Medium

Exchange Rate Implications for Multinational Investment Decisions

Examine how exchange rate fluctuations impact multinational investment decisions and assess how thes

Extreme

Exchange Rates and Inflation Dynamics

Examine the relationship between domestic inflation and exchange rate movements.

Medium

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 and Monetary Policy Interactions: A Comparative Study

In this FRQ, you will analyze a scenario in which fiscal expansion and monetary contraction occur si

Extreme

Floating Exchange Rates and Domestic Economic Policy

Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of a floating exchange rate system with respect to domestic

Medium

Foreign Exchange Market Equilibrium Adjustments

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

Hard

FRQ 1: Analysis of Balance of Payments Accounts

The balance of payments statement records all international transactions for a country. In this ques

Easy

FRQ 3: Balance of Payments – Current and Capital Account Dynamics

Examine the balance of payments accounts by differentiating between the current account and the capi

Medium

FRQ 4: Effects of Fiscal Policy on Exchange Rates and Net Exports

Government fiscal policies can have far-reaching effects on the economy, including on exchange rates

Hard

FRQ 5: Tariff Impacts on Domestic Markets and the Forex Market

Analyze the multi-faceted effects of a protective tariff on a domestic market and its subsequent imp

Hard

FRQ 7: Analysis of Inbound and Outbound Capital Flows

Capital flows are a key component of the international financial system. In this question, you will

Easy

FRQ 10: Foreign Demand for Domestic Assets and Exchange Rate Movements

Foreign investors increasingly seek domestic assets. In this question, you will analyze how an incre

Hard

FRQ 12: Dynamics of International Capital Flows

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

Medium

FRQ 12: Real Interest Rates and International Capital Flows

Real interest rates are crucial in determining international capital flows. This question requires y

Hard

FRQ 13: Impact of Global Economic Shocks on the Forex Market

Global economic shocks can have significant impacts on the foreign exchange market. In this question

Extreme

FRQ 14: Monetary Policy, Interest Rates, and Exchange Rate Transmission

Monetary policy has a direct impact on domestic interest rates, which in turn affect exchange rate d

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 19: Capital Flows, Interest Rate Differentials, and Currency Appreciation

In this question, you will explore how differences in interest rates drive capital flows and thereby

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 Protective Tariffs on Domestic Markets

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

Medium

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 Adjustment

In this FRQ, analyze how central bank actions via the official reserves account help maintain the ov

Medium

Policy Effects on the Exchange Rate: Expansionary vs. Contractionary Approaches

Fiscal and monetary policies both impact the exchange rate. Compare and contrast the effects of expa

Hard

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

Relative Income and Exchange Rate Dynamics

National income differences can alter currency values. Explain how rising incomes in a foreign count

Medium

Speculation and Currency Markets

Speculation plays an important role in the foreign exchange market by affecting short-term exchange

Hard

Speculation and Its Impact on Currency Markets

This FRQ examines the role of speculation in the foreign exchange market and its effect on currency

Medium

Trade Policies and Aggregate Demand

Examine how trade policies such as tariffs affect aggregate demand. Provide a detailed response addr

Hard

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Before you start writing out your response, take a few minutes to outline the key points you want to make sure to touch on. This may seem like a waste of time, but it’s very helpful in making sure your response effectively addresses all the parts of the question. Once you do your practice free response questions, compare them to scoring guidelines and sample responses to identify areas for improvement. When you do the free response practice on the AP Macroeconomics Free Response Room, there’s an option to let it grade your response against the rubric and tell you exactly what you need to study more.
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