the new equilibrium point in the short run

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A central bank forecasts a rise in raw material costs. The government plans to increase spending
on health and education.
The initial equilibrium point is shown by X on the aggregate demand, AD, and aggregate supply,
AS, diagram.
What would be the new equilibrium point in the short run if the forecasts prove to be accurate and
the government plans are implemented?
AS,
AS2
general
price
level
AS
B
A
AD, AD AD,
real output
C.
Transcribed Image Text:A central bank forecasts a rise in raw material costs. The government plans to increase spending on health and education. The initial equilibrium point is shown by X on the aggregate demand, AD, and aggregate supply, AS, diagram. What would be the new equilibrium point in the short run if the forecasts prove to be accurate and the government plans are implemented? AS, AS2 general price level AS B A AD, AD AD, real output C.
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