Quiz #313
- 1. Only one of the following propositions is possible (with all balances expressed as a per cent of GDP):
- None of the above are possible as they all defy the sectoral balances accounting identity.
- A nation can run a current account deficit with a government sector surplus that is larger, while the private domestic sector is spending less than they are earning.
- A nation can run a current account deficit accompanied by a government sector surplus of equal proportion to GDP, while the private domestic sector is spending more than they are earning.
- A nation can run a current account deficit accompanied by a government sector surplus of equal proportion to GDP, while the private domestic sector is spending less than they are earning.
- 2. One possible problem with running continuous budget deficits is that the spending builds up over time and with inflation eventually becoming the risk that has to be managed.
- 3. If employment growth matches the pace of growth in the civilian population (people above 15 years of age) then the economy will experience a constant unemployment rate as long as participation rates do not change.