Inflation, Recession and Unemployment Flashcards
1
Q
what are the goals of the government
A
To Ensure:
1. Prices are Stable
2. unemployment is at a minimum
3. There is economic activity in the economy
4. There is a balance of payment equilibrium
2
Q
Macroeconomics
A
the study of the economy as a whole rather than the individual market.
3
Q
Fiscal policy
A
is the use of government spending and taxation to control Aggregate demand in the economy.
4
Q
Aggregate Demand
A
the total demand in the economy
5
Q
Monetary Policy
A
is the use of interest rates and other direct measures to control the money supply and consequently, aggregate demand.