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Lesson 21 - Equilibrium + Output Gap Flashcards

1
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When does equilibrium occur?

A

Quantity r.GDP demanded = Quantity r.GDP supplied

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What are the 3 types of equilibrium?

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Full employment equilibrium
Deflationary equilibrium
Inflationary equilibrium

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3
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What is deflationary equilibrium?

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Below full employment equilibrium

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4
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What is inflationary equilibrium?

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Above full employment equilibrium

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What is the Output Gap?

A

Difference between actual and expected potential level of GDP

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6
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When + why does a negative gap occur?

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Actual < Est. Potential
Resources under utilised

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7
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What are the main problems associated with a negative gap?

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High unemployment
Possible deflation risk

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When + why does a positive gap occur?

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Actual > Est. Potential
Resources working beyond usual capacity

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9
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What are the main problems associated with a positive gap?

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Rising inflationary pressure
Primarily demand pull + cost push

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