2.5.2 Output gaps Flashcards

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What is the difference between the actual growth rate and the long-term growth rate

A
  • actual is the real growth rate of GDP each year

- long term is the compound annual growth rate

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What is an output gap?

A

the difference between actual GDP vs potential GDP

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What is a negative output gap?

A

when actual output is less than maximum output that can be produced in an economy

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What is a positive output gap?

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when actual output is more than full capacity output

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