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JNU SSS 2021 Question 19: Keynesian cross and the multiplier

When MPC = 1/4, MRT (Marginal rate of tax) = 9/10 and change in the government expenditure (Δ\DeltaΔG) =1, find the increase in tax?

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When MPC = 1/4, MRT (Marginal rate of tax) = 9/10 and change in the government expenditure (Δ G) =1, find the increase in tax? (A) 6/5 (B) 11/16 (C) 15 (D) 2

Also written as: When MPC = 1/4, MRT (Marginal rate of tax) = 9/10 and change in the government expenditure (Delta G) =1, find the increase in tax?

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This question is on Government spending and tax multipliers, part of Keynesian cross and the multiplier in Macroeconomics.

The effect on income of changes in government spending, lump-sum taxes, transfers and income taxes.

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