demand side policies Flashcards
1
Q
what does a fiscal policy involve
A
the use of govt spending, taxation and govt borrowing to affect the level and growth of AD, output and jobs
2
Q
what is a cyclical fiscal deficit
A
a budget deficit caused by the economic cycle, particularly when the economy is in a recession
3
Q
what are some general considerations the. considering to use fiscal policy
A
-can quickly maintain/ stimulate demand in times of a reccesion
-not effective when economy is already working at full capacity
-depends in the MPS/MPC of this affected changing the size of the multiplier effect