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  • Unit 1: Basic Economic Concepts (44)
  • Unit 2: Economic Indicators and the Business Cycle (39)
  • Unit 3: National Income and Price Determination (45)
  • Unit 4: Financial Sector (45)
  • Unit 5: Long-Run Consequences of Stabilization Policies (42)
  • Unit 6: Open Economy—International Trade and Finance (35)
Unit 1: Basic Economic Concepts

Aggregate Demand and Aggregate Supply: Economic Shock

This multi-part question addresses the effects of an economic shock on the aggregate demand and aggr

Hard

Analyzing Shifts in Demand: Determinants and Effects

Examine how changes in consumer income affect the demand curve and determine their impact on market

Medium

Changes in Demand: The Impact of Consumer Preferences

This question examines how shifts in consumer preferences can alter demand and market equilibrium th

Easy

Comparative Advantage and Gains from Trade

This question examines how countries can benefit from specializing in the production of goods where

Medium

Comparative Advantage in International Trade

Examine the role of comparative advantage in determining specialization and trade between countries.

Easy

Comparative Analysis of Macro and Microeconomics

This question explores the differences between macroeconomics and microeconomics and examines their

Medium

Consumer Surplus Analysis and Reservation Price

Examine the concept of consumer surplus, its relation to reservation price, and its quantification u

Easy

Demand Analysis in a Competitive Market

This question focuses on the demand concept, including shifts due to income changes and substitutes.

Medium

Determinants of Supply and Shifting Curves

This question focuses on understanding the determinants of supply and the difference between movemen

Easy

Economic Growth and Efficiency

This question focuses on the relationship between economic growth, technological advancements, and e

Medium

Economic Growth and Recession

This question requires you to analyze economic growth and recession using macroeconomic indicators.

Hard

Economic Growth and Shifts in the Production Possibilities Frontier

This question examines the concept of economic growth and how it is represented by shifts in the Pro

Medium

Evaluating the Effects of Economic Contraction on Unemployment and Inflation

This question analyzes the impact of an economic contraction on unemployment and inflation using the

Medium

Fiscal Policy Impact on AD-AS

Examine the effects of a government policy that reduces government spending by $50 billion on the ag

Hard

FRQ 5: Determinants of Demand – Impact on Market Equilibrium

Evaluate how changes in various determinants of demand affect market equilibrium using a hypothetica

Easy

FRQ 8: Technological Advancements and Production Possibilities

Explore the impact of technological improvements on production possibilities and opportunity costs.

Hard

FRQ 10: Opportunity Cost in Personal Time Management

This question focuses on the concept of opportunity cost within personal decision-making, using prov

Easy

FRQ 16: Demand and Supply Interaction in a Competitive Market

Using the provided market data, analyze the interaction between demand and supply to determine the m

Hard

FRQ 20: Strategic Resource Allocation in a Competitive Firm

A firm faces limited resources and must allocate them between producing Product A and Product B. Ana

Extreme

Government Trade-offs: Allocative vs. Productive Efficiency

Facing limited resources, a government must decide between allocating funds to healthcare or infrast

Hard

Input Versus Output Analysis in Production

This question focuses on production functions and the concept of opportunity cost in reallocating re

Hard

International Trade and Terms of Trade

Analyze the benefits of international trade by evaluating comparative advantage and terms of trade b

Medium

Interpreting a Production Possibility Frontier (PPF)

Analyze a given Production Possibility Frontier (PPF) to determine economic efficiency and opportuni

Easy

Loanable Funds Market and Investment

Analyze the loanable funds market to understand the interaction between savers and borrowers. Comple

Medium

Loanable Funds Market Impact

Examine the functioning of the loanable funds market. Use data, graphs, and economic analysis to ans

Hard

Market Adjustment: Surplus and Shortage Dynamics in the Electric Car Market

In the electric car market, assume that due to high demand, the market is experiencing a shortage wh

Medium

Market Equilibrium and Disequilibrium Analysis

This question explores how market equilibrium is determined and what happens when the market is not

Easy

Money Market Dynamics

Analyze the effects of changes in money supply and money demand on interest rates in the money marke

Hard

Opportunity Cost and the Production Possibilities Curve

This question examines the concept of opportunity cost using a production possibilities framework. C

Medium

Opportunity Cost in Personal Decision-Making

Analyze the role of opportunity cost in personal decision-making under conditions of scarcity.

Easy

Opportunity Costs and the Production Possibility Frontier

This question explores the relationship between opportunity costs and the slope of the Production Po

Hard

Phillips Curve and Inflation-Unemployment Trade-off

This question examines the relationship between inflation and unemployment via the Phillips Curve. A

Hard

PPC and Economic Growth

In this question, you will analyze an economy's production possibilities and explore the concept of

Medium

Price Floor Effects in Agricultural Markets

This question focuses on the impact of a government-imposed price floor on market outcomes, using th

Medium

Production Possibilities Curve and Economic Growth

This question examines the Production Possibilities Curve (PPC) and its implications for efficiency

Medium

Scarcity and Opportunity Cost Analysis

This question examines how limited resources necessitate trade-offs in decision-making. Consider an

Medium

Scarcity and Opportunity Cost in Resource Allocation

This question evaluates your understanding of the concepts of scarcity and opportunity cost as they

Easy

Scarcity, Choice, and Resource Allocation

Scarcity forces individuals and societies to make choices regarding resource allocation. Answer the

Easy

Scarcity, Trade-offs, and Opportunity Costs

This question examines the concepts of scarcity, trade-offs, and opportunity cost. Answer each part

Medium

Taxation and Supply Response

Evaluate the impact of an increase in production taxes on a market's equilibrium using supply and de

Hard

Technology and Supply: Market Response

In this question, analyze the impact of a technological breakthrough on the supply side of a market.

Easy

The Effects of Taxation on Supply and Market Outcomes

Explore the impact of an excise tax on the supply curve, and analyze how it affects market equilibri

Extreme

Understanding Ceteris Paribus in Demand Analysis

Ceteris paribus ("all else equal") is a key assumption in economics when analyzing the demand for a

Easy

Unemployment and Economic Policy

Examine the different types of unemployment and discuss the policy tools available to combat cyclica

Medium
Unit 2: Economic Indicators and the Business Cycle

Business Cycle Analysis

Interpret a business cycle graph and analyze the different phases.

Medium

Business Cycle Analysis: AD-AS Model

Interpret an AD-AS graph to demonstrate different phases of the business cycle and analyze changes i

Hard

Business Cycle: Policy Responses to Recession

Economic recessions require timely policy responses to mitigate downturns. Answer the following: Pa

Extreme

Business Cycles and Economic Policy

This question requires you to describe the phases of the business cycle, analyze economic data indic

Hard

Calculating the Inflation Rate Using CPI

Using data from the Consumer Price Index (CPI), compute the annual inflation rate and discuss potent

Easy

Circular Flow and Economic Activity

Use the circular flow model to explain how economic activity circulates in a closed economy and disc

Easy

Comprehensive Business Cycle Analysis

Analyze a complex business cycle graph and propose policy recommendations based on cyclical changes.

Extreme

Consumer Price Index and Inflation Calculation

The Consumer Price Index (CPI) is a primary indicator of inflation. Answer the following: Part A: G

Easy

Cost of Inflation: Menu and Shoe-Leather Costs

This question asks you to define and differentiate between menu costs and shoe-leather costs associa

Medium

Costs Associated with Inflation

Explain the concept of inflation costs with an emphasis on menu costs and shoe-leather costs.

Medium

Costs of Inflation and Their Impact

Inflation carries several costs that can affect businesses and households. Answer the following: Pa

Hard

Evaluating the Limitations of GDP

Discuss the limitations of GDP as a measure of economic welfare. In your responses, consider factors

Medium

Evaluating the Limitations of GDP as a Measure of Economic Welfare

Critically assess GDP as an indicator of economic welfare by discussing its limitations and suggesti

Medium

Expanding the Circular Flow Model: Introducing the Foreign Sector

This question extends your understanding of the circular flow model by incorporating the foreign sec

Easy

GDP Calculation Using the Value-Added Approach

In this question, you will use transaction data from various stages of production to compute GDP usi

Medium

GDP Deflator and Inflation Adjustment

Economists use different price indices to measure inflation. Answer the following: Part A: A table

Hard

GDP Deflator and Price Indices

This question requires you to define the GDP deflator, perform a calculation, and analyze its limita

Medium

GDP Deflator and Price Level Analysis

Apply the GDP deflator in calculating real GDP and discuss its advantages over the CPI as a measure

Medium

GDP Limitations and the Shadow Economy

GDP is a widely used measure to gauge economic performance, yet it has several limitations. Answer t

Hard

Impact of Government Spending on GDP

This question explores how changes in government spending affect GDP and discusses potential seconda

Medium

Impact of Inflation Expectations on Interest Rates

Assess the role of inflation expectations in determining nominal interest rates and discuss the impl

Medium

Implications of Price Indices on Social Welfare

Price indices such as the CPI play a crucial role in social welfare, especially in the context of wa

Hard

Investment Spending and Future Economic Growth

Investment spending is a crucial component of GDP that influences future economic growth. Answer the

Hard

Measuring Inflation with the CPI

Calculate the annual inflation rate using CPI data and discuss one limitation of the CPI as a measur

Easy

Nominal and Real Interest Rates: Understanding the Fisher Equation

Utilize the Fisher equation to illustrate the relationship between nominal and real interest rates,

Medium

Nominal vs. Real Income: Analysis of Purchasing Power

Examine the differences between nominal and real income. Calculate the effect of inflation on real i

Medium

Price Indices and Inflation Calculation

Economists use price indices to measure inflation and adjust economic data. Analyze the construction

Medium

Price Indices: Calculation and Limitations

Consider a market basket with the following items for the base year and current year: Base Year: Bre

Hard

Real Income and Purchasing Power

Discuss the distinctions between nominal income and real income, and analyze how changes in the Cons

Easy

Real Versus Nominal GDP: A Comparative Analysis

Using provided data, calculate real GDP over time, analyze growth trends, and graph the trend to eva

Medium

Real vs Nominal GDP Computation

Calculate real GDP from given nominal GDP and the price index, and discuss the significance of real

Easy

Relationship Between GDP and Aggregate Income

GDP and Aggregate Income (AI) are closely related concepts in macroeconomics. Answer the following:

Medium

Shadow Economy and Its Impact on GDP Measurement

Transactions in the shadow (underground) economy are not included in traditional GDP measures. Analy

Extreme

Short-run vs. Long-run Effects on Unemployment

This question requires you to analyze unemployment within the labor market, using diagrams and a dis

Hard

Unemployment Analysis: Types and Impact

This question explores the different types of unemployment and examines their responses to economic

Medium

Unemployment Measurement and Calculation

Using provided employment data, calculate the official unemployment rate and discuss potential pitfa

Easy

Unemployment Metrics and Labor Force Participation

This question requires you to calculate key labor market statistics and to explain the different typ

Medium

Unemployment Rates and Labor Force Participation

This question asks you to calculate labor force participation rates based on provided data while dis

Easy

Unemployment-Inflation Trade-Off: Phillips Curve Analysis

Analyze the relationship between unemployment and inflation using the Phillips Curve framework. Prov

Extreme
Unit 3: National Income and Price Determination

Aggregate Demand and Its Components

Consider the concept of Aggregate Demand (AD) in the domestic economy. Explain the key components th

Easy

Aggregate Demand Components Analysis

Examine the components of aggregate demand and analyze how changes in consumer behavior can affect o

Easy

Aggregate Supply Adjustments in Response to Labor Market Changes

Assess how changes in labor market conditions, such as a significant wage increase, affect the short

Medium

Analyzing the Relationship between AD Shifts and Employment Levels

This question explores how shifts in aggregate demand affect employment levels in the economy during

Medium

Assessment of Automatic Stabilizers in Fiscal Policy Stability

Analyze the role of automatic stabilizers as built-in fiscal policy mechanisms in moderating economi

Medium

Automatic Stabilizers and Business Cycle Mitigation

Explain how automatic stabilizers, such as unemployment benefits and progressive income taxes, funct

Easy

Automatic Stabilizers in Economic Downturns

During a recession, automatic stabilizers such as increased transfer payments and lower tax collecti

Medium

Contractionary Fiscal Policy and Its Economic Impact

This question focuses on contractionary fiscal policy and its role in cooling an overheated economy.

Hard

Deregulation and Its Impact on SRAS

Evaluate how deregulation in a specific industry affects short-run aggregate supply (SRAS). Analyze

Medium

Dynamic Effects of Fiscal Policy on the AD Multiplier

Analyze the dynamic effects of expansionary fiscal policy in the context of the spending multiplier.

Extreme

Economic Forecasting with Fiscal Policy Adjustments

Utilize fiscal policy adjustments to forecast changes in GDP and discuss the limitations of the mult

Hard

Evaluating Policy Trade-offs: Spending vs. Tax Cuts in Stimulus Packages

This question evaluates the trade-offs between using government spending and tax cuts as tools to st

Hard

Fiscal Policy: Expansionary Measures to Stimulate Aggregate Demand

This question explores how expansionary fiscal policy is used to stimulate aggregate demand during a

Easy

Fiscal Stimulus and Unintended Consequences in an Overheated Economy

Debate the potential unintended consequences of implementing expansionary fiscal policy in an econom

Extreme

Fiscal Stimulus: Spending vs. Tax Multipliers

Matthew, an economist, is evaluating a fiscal stimulus strategy. Given that the marginal propensity

Medium

FRQ 4: Short-Run Aggregate Supply and Price Levels

Examine how changes in input prices affect the short-run aggregate supply (SRAS) in the macroeconomy

Medium

FRQ 8: Multiplier Process and MPC Impact on Aggregate Demand

Understanding the multiplier process is essential in assessing fiscal policy effectiveness. Part A:

Easy

FRQ 9: Multiple Effects on Aggregate Demand: Foreign, Interest Rate, and Wealth Effects

Market dynamics can be influenced by various effects when the aggregate price level changes. Part A

Extreme

FRQ 9: Supply Shocks and SRAS Adjustments

Discuss the impact of supply shocks on short-run aggregate supply (SRAS) and the resulting macroecon

Medium

FRQ 13: Aggregate Demand Curve Diagram and Shifts

Illustrate the aggregate demand (AD) curve and explain the factors that can shift it.

Medium

FRQ 13: Impact of Consumer Sentiment on Aggregate Demand

Consumer sentiment plays a vital role in determining the consumption component of aggregate demand.

Medium

FRQ 15: Determinants of Short-Run Aggregate Supply (SRAS)

Factors such as input prices and government regulations can shift the short-run aggregate supply cur

Medium

FRQ 17: Technological Advancements and Shifts in Long-Run Aggregate Supply

Discuss how technological advancements influence the long-run aggregate supply (LRAS) curve and the

Medium

FRQ 19: Automatic Stabilizers in Different Economic Conditions

This question evaluates your understanding of automatic stabilizers and how they operate in varying

Medium

Government Spending and the Fiscal Multiplier Effect

The government increases its spending by $30 billion in an effort to stimulate the economy. Assume a

Medium

Graphing Fiscal Policy Effects on the AD-AS Model

Fiscal policy is a fundamental tool for addressing output gaps. Evaluate how an expansionary fiscal

Hard

Impact of a Natural Disaster on Aggregate Supply and Demand

This question examines the effects of a sudden natural disaster on the economy's aggregate supply an

Hard

Long-Run Adjustments: Shifts in LRAS and Policy Implications

This question investigates how changes in technology and resources shift the long-run aggregate supp

Hard

Long-Run Aggregate Supply (LRAS) and Economic Growth

Discuss the concept of Long-Run Aggregate Supply (LRAS) and its significance in explaining economic

Easy

Long-Run Aggregate Supply and Economic Growth

This question tests your understanding of how improvements in technology and resource availability a

Medium

Long-Run Aggregate Supply and Economic Growth

Discuss the factors that can shift the long-run aggregate supply (LRAS) curve to the right and analy

Easy

Long-Run Self-Adjustment in the AD-AS Model

In this question, you will explore the long-run self-adjustment process that occurs in an economy ex

Hard

Multiplier Effects and Fiscal Policy Stimulus

Examine the operation of multiplier effects in fiscal policy. Use given parameters to calculate both

Medium

Multiplier Effects of Consumer Behavior Changes

Analyze how changes in consumers’ marginal propensity to consume (MPC) affect the spending multiplie

Medium

Multiplier Effects: Spending vs. Tax Cuts

This question requires you to compare the effects of spending multipliers and tax multipliers on agg

Hard

Policy Responses to Negative Supply Shocks

Negative supply shocks can disrupt economic stability. Answer the following: (a) Define a negative

Hard

Recessionary and Inflationary Gaps

Using the AD-AS model, analyze the concepts of recessionary and inflationary gaps and discuss their

Hard

Spending and Tax Multipliers in Stimulating GDP

This question examines the application of spending and tax multipliers to predict changes in GDP fol

Hard

Supply Shock and SRAS Shift

A sudden increase in global oil prices causes an adverse supply shock in the economy. Analyze how th

Hard

The Impact of Transfer Payments on Aggregate Demand

This question explores how transfer payments, as automatic stabilizers, impact aggregate demand in t

Easy

The Role of Consumer Confidence in Aggregate Demand

Consumer confidence can significantly impact the aggregate demand in an economy. (a) Describe how c

Easy

The Role of Consumer Confidence in Shifting Aggregate Demand

This question explores how shifts in consumer confidence affect aggregate demand and, as a result, t

Medium

Using Fiscal Policy to Influence Aggregate Demand: Theoretical and Empirical Analysis

Integrate theoretical frameworks and empirical evidence to evaluate the effectiveness of fiscal poli

Hard

Wage-Setting Behavior and Shifts in SRAS

Analyze how inflation expectations influence wage-setting behavior and subsequently shift the short-

Hard

Wealth Effect and Aggregate Demand

Discuss the impact of the wealth effect on aggregate demand. Explain how fluctuations in asset value

Medium
Unit 4: Financial Sector

Analyzing Liquidity of Financial Assets

Consider the following table which lists various financial assets along with their liquidity scores,

Easy

Analyzing Negative Real Interest Rates and the Housing Market

Negative real interest rates can have significant effects on the housing market. Answer the followin

Hard

Calculating Inflation Effects using GDP Deflator

This question tests your ability to compute nominal GDP, the GDP deflator, the inflation rate, and a

Hard

Comparative Analysis of Monetary Policy Tools

Central banks use various tools to influence the money supply. Answer the following: (i) Compare op

Hard

Contractionary Monetary Policy and Economic Stabilization

Analyze the role and impacts of contractionary monetary policy in stabilizing the economy. Answer th

Medium

Cross-Market Analysis: Money Market and Loanable Funds Market

This question examines how shocks in one financial market can spill over into another. Consider the

Extreme

Debt vs. Equity Financing: Trade-offs and Market Conditions

A company must decide between raising funds via debt (issuing bonds) or equity (issuing stock). Answ

Hard

Deficit Spending and Loanable Funds Demand

This question focuses on how government deficit spending influences the demand for loanable funds. A

Hard

Deflation and Real Interest Rates

Explore how deflation influences the real interest rate and the behavior of borrowers and savers in

Medium

Discount Rate Adjustments and Their Impact on Banking

Discount rate changes play an important role in influencing bank behavior and credit availability. E

Easy

Discount Rate Policy Effects

This question evaluates how changes in the discount rate affect commercial banks and the overall mon

Medium

Effects of Changes in the Federal Discount Rate

This question explores the role of the discount rate in monetary policy and its impact on bank behav

Medium

Equity Financing vs. Debt Financing

This question evaluates the trade-offs that firms face when choosing between raising funds through e

Medium

Equity vs. Debt Financing: Analysis Using Financial Data

A company is evaluating its financing options and is considering both equity financing (issuing stoc

Medium

Evaluating the Measures of Money Supply: M1 vs. M2

M1 and M2 are two key measures of the money supply. Answer the following questions based on the defi

Easy

Evaluating the Trade-Offs in Financial Investment Risk

This question examines how risk considerations influence investment decisions in the financial marke

Medium

Exploring the Relationship between Monetary Base and Money Supply

The monetary base and the money supply are closely linked through the banking system. Analyze the fo

Hard

Fiscal Policy and the Foreign Exchange Market

Examine how specific fiscal policy actions can influence domestic economic activity and internationa

Extreme

Fractional Reserve Banking and the Money Multiplier

Fractional reserve banking is fundamental to money creation in the economy. Consider the following a

Medium

FRQ 9: Expansionary Monetary Policy via Open Market Operations

Evaluate the impact of an open market purchase on the money supply and interest rates.

Medium

FRQ 19: Monetary Policy and Aggregate Demand

Examine the transmission mechanism of expansionary monetary policy from the Fed’s actions to shifts

Extreme

Functions of Money in the Modern Economy

Discuss the various functions of money and evaluate how the type of money (fiat vs. commodity) influ

Easy

Impact of Changes in Required Reserve Ratios on Banking and Money Supply

Changes in the required reserve ratio can have significant effects on the money creation process. An

Medium

Impact of Public Cash Holdings on the Money Multiplier

This question examines how increased public preference for holding cash affects the money multiplier

Medium

Inflation’s Impact on Nominal and Real Interest Rates

Inflation can significantly alter the relationship between nominal and real interest rates. Analyze

Medium

Inflationary Expectations and Financial Asset Valuation

This question analyzes how inflationary expectations affect the valuation of financial assets and th

Easy

Integrated Financial Sector Analysis

This question integrates concepts from nominal and real interest rates, inflation, and monetary supp

Extreme

Integration of Monetary Policy and the Loanable Funds Market: A Multi-Step Analysis

Consider a scenario where the Federal Reserve implements an expansionary monetary policy. Answer the

Extreme

Liquidity in Financial Markets During Economic Crises

Liquidity is a critical factor during economic downturns. Answer the following: (i) Define liquidit

Hard

Loanable Funds Market Analysis

This question analyzes the demand and supply factors in the loanable funds market and how shifts in

Medium

Loanable Funds Market: Effect of Deficit Spending and Foreign Investment

The loanable funds market is affected by various factors such as government deficit spending and for

Hard

Monetary Base and Money Supply: A Comparative Analysis

Understanding the difference between the monetary base and the money supply is important for analyzi

Medium

Monetary Policy and the Federal Funds Rate

The Federal Funds Rate is a crucial component in the execution of monetary policy. Consider the foll

Hard

Monetary Policy Challenges in a Liquidity Trap

Critically assess the effectiveness of monetary policy when the economy is in a liquidity trap. Answ

Extreme

Monetary Policy Transmission Through the AD-AS Model

Examine the effects of expansionary monetary policy on the economy using the AD-AS framework, includ

Extreme

Money Demand and Liquidity Preference

Discuss the components of money demand with a focus on transaction demand and asset demand, and anal

Medium

Money Market Equilibrium and Monetary Policy

The money market is determined by the interaction of money demand and money supply. Use the provided

Medium

Nominal vs Real Interest Rates: Impact Analysis

An economy has experienced varying levels of inflation and nominal interest rates over three recent

Medium

Open Market Operations and Interest Rates

Analyze how open market operations (OMOs) influence bank reserves and the federal funds rate, and co

Medium

Real Rates and Inflation Impact on Returns

Investors need to consider the real rate of return when evaluating investments. Answer the following

Easy

Risk and Return in Stock versus Bond Investments

Investors must balance risk and return when choosing between stocks and bonds. Answer the following

Hard

Risk in Investment Decisions

This question examines how risk is defined in financial investments and how changes in economic cond

Medium

The Role of Financial Assets in Monetary Policy

Financial assets are integral to the execution of monetary policy. Explore the following aspects:

Medium

The Role of Liquidity in Financial Assets

This question examines the importance of liquidity when choosing among different financial assets.

Easy

Transaction vs. Asset Demand for Money

The total demand for money comprises both transaction demand and asset demand. Answer the following

Hard
Unit 5: Long-Run Consequences of Stabilization Policies

Aggregate Demand Shifts Across Different Regions of the SRAS Curve

Some economists argue that the effects of aggregate demand (AD) shifts depend on which region of the

Medium

Aggregate Production Function and Long-run Growth

The aggregate production function relates inputs like capital and labor to total output. Examine how

Medium

Analyzing Policy Shifts: Expansionary Monetary vs. Contractionary Fiscal Policy

Compare the economic impacts of expansionary monetary policy and contractionary fiscal policy. Discu

Hard

Analyzing the Crowding Out Effect

Government borrowing to finance deficits can lead to a reduction in private investment through the c

Hard

Balancing Unemployment and Inflation: Policy Trade-offs and the Phillips Curve

Utilize the Phillips curve framework to analyze the trade-offs between unemployment and inflation, a

Hard

Budget Deficits, National Debt, and Long-Run Output

Analyze the implications of persistent budget deficits on a nation’s long-run output and potential i

Hard

Comparing Demand-Pull vs. Cost-Push Inflation

Inflation can arise from different sources. Demand-pull inflation occurs when an increase in aggrega

Hard

Coordinated Fiscal and Monetary Policy in Stimulating Recovery

Consider an economy in a deep recessionary gap where policymakers decide to use both expansionary fi

Hard

Cost-Push Inflation and the Wage-Price Spiral

Examine the dynamics of cost-push inflation and the wage-price spiral, discussing their causes and p

Hard

Crowding Out and its Long-run Implications

Analyze the phenomenon of crowding out and its long-run impact on private investment and economic gr

Hard

Demand-Pull vs. Cost-Push Inflation Analysis

Differentiate between demand-pull inflation and cost-push inflation and examine how each affects the

Hard

Fiscal Stimulus and Short-Run Aggregate Demand

Evaluate the impact of fiscal stimulus on aggregate demand (AD) and discuss the short-run trade-offs

Medium

FRQ 3: Coordination of Fiscal and Monetary Policies in Deep Recession

Evaluate how coordinated fiscal and monetary policies can be used in a deep recession to restore ful

Hard

FRQ 4: Phillips Curve Analysis – Inflation and Unemployment Trade-offs

Assess the relationship between inflation and unemployment using the Phillips curve framework. Your

Medium

FRQ 5: Monetary Neutrality and the Quantity Theory of Money

Discuss the concept of monetary neutrality using the quantity theory of money. Answer the following

Medium

FRQ 7: Public Debt, Budget Deficits, and Crowding Out

Discuss the implications of budget deficits and public debt on the economy, focusing on the mechanis

Medium

FRQ 8: Fiscal Policy Multipliers and Their Limitations

Analyze the fiscal policy multiplier effect and discuss the factors that can limit its impact on eco

Medium

FRQ 11: Investment Tax Credits and Their Impact on AS and AD

Analyze the role of investment tax credits as a supply-side policy tool and their impact on aggregat

Medium

FRQ 11: National Debt, Deficits, and Macroeconomic Stability

Discuss the relationship between persistent budget deficits, national debt, and their potential impa

Hard

FRQ 12: Stagflation: Causes, Effects, and Policy Challenges

Stagflation is a challenging economic condition characterized by stagnant growth and high inflation.

Hard

FRQ 13: Aggregate Production Function and Productivity Shifts

Explain how shifts in the aggregate production function can lead to improvements in productivity and

Hard

FRQ 14: Policy Coordination in a Changing Economic Environment

Analyze how fiscal and monetary policies can be coordinated to achieve both full employment and stab

Hard

FRQ 15: Persistent Deficit Spending – Long-Run Effects on AD and Growth

Examine the long-run economic effects of persistent deficit spending on aggregate demand and overall

Hard

FRQ 17: Monetary Policy, Velocity of Money, and Inflation

Analyze the relationship between monetary policy, velocity of money, and the resulting inflation. Us

Hard

FRQ 18: Fiscal Stimulus and Its Impact on National Output and Employment

Evaluate the effects of fiscal stimulus on national output and employment. Use the multiplier concep

Medium

Implications of a Balanced Budget Amendment on Fiscal Policy Flexibility

There is a proposal to adopt a balanced budget amendment that would require the government to balanc

Medium

Inflationary Gap Adjustment: From Short Run to Long Run

This question addresses the dynamics of an inflationary gap creation due to an increased AD and the

Medium

Investment Tax Credits and Their Effects on AS/AD

Investment tax credits are a supply-side fiscal measure intended to stimulate private investment. Ev

Medium

Long-Run Economic Growth and Productivity Determinants

Long-run economic growth is driven by improvements in productivity. In this question, you will explo

Hard

Monetary Policy and Economic Stabilization in Federal Systems

Effective monetary policy is crucial for economic stabilization, particularly when the central bank

Hard

Monetary Policy and the Money Market

Describe how an increase in the money supply influences the money market and, in turn, affects broad

Easy

Monetary Policy in Recessionary Gap Correction

This question addresses the role of monetary policy in correcting a recessionary gap. When an econom

Easy

Monetary Policy, Money Supply and Inflation: Quantity Theory of Money Calculation

Using the Quantity Theory of Money, analyze the impact of an increase in the money supply on the pri

Hard

Money Growth and the Quantity Theory of Money

This question challenges you to explore the relationship between money supply, nominal GDP, and the

Medium

Productivity Enhancements and Long-Run Economic Growth

Analyze how improvements in productivity drive long-run economic growth. Consider the roles of physi

Medium

Recession and Deflation: A Detailed Analysis

A significant decline in aggregate demand can lead to both a recession and deflation. Analyze such a

Hard

Recessionary Gap and Self-Correction Adjustment

Use the AD-AS model to analyze a situation in which an economy experiences a recessionary gap due to

Medium

Supply-Side Fiscal Policy and Long-Run Economic Growth

Evaluate how supply-side fiscal policy, such as reducing income taxes, can enhance long-run economic

Medium

Supply-Side Policies and Economic Growth

Supply-side policies, such as tax cuts and increased investment in human capital, can shift the long

Medium

Tax Incentives, Investment, and Long-run Economic Outcomes

Assume the government introduces significant tax cuts for businesses. (a) Describe how these tax in

Hard

The Role of the Velocity of Money in Inflation

Using the quantity theory of money, analyze the effect of an increase in the money supply on the pri

Extreme

Wage-Price Spiral and Its Economic Impact

A wage-price spiral is considered one of the most challenging inflation scenarios. Examine the dynam

Extreme
Unit 6: Open Economy—International Trade and Finance

Capital Flows and Interest Rate Differentials

Investigate how differences in real interest rates affect international capital flows and exchange r

Hard

Comparative Analysis of Tariffs vs. Quotas: Economic Efficiency

This FRQ asks you to compare the economic impacts of tariffs and quotas, particularly in terms of th

Hard

Comparative Fiscal Policy Impacts on Exchange Rates

Evaluate how differences in fiscal policy between regions can impact exchange rates. Your answer sho

Extreme

Currency Appreciation and Net Exports

Explore the relationship between currency appreciation and net exports. Address the following parts:

Easy

Determinants of Exchange Rate Shifts: A Comprehensive Analysis

Refer to the graph labeled 'Foreign Exchange Market for U.S. Dollar' provided below. Identify and ex

Hard

Determinants of Exchange Rates and Currency Movements

Consider the determinants that affect the value of exchange rates between the U.S. dollar and the eu

Medium

Evaluating Monetary Policy Impact on Exchange Rates

This FRQ focuses on the transmission mechanism of monetary policy in an open economy. Analyze how co

Medium

Exchange Rate Determination in Currency Markets

Examine the fundamentals of exchange rate determination in international markets. Answer the parts t

Easy

Exchange Rate Determination: The Role of Monetary Policy Tools

This FRQ examines how monetary policy tools influence domestic interest rates and, indirectly, the v

Medium

Exchange Rate Fluctuations and Speculation

Evaluate how changes in exchange rates occur due to trade dynamics and speculative behavior. Refer t

Medium

Foreign Currency Demand Shifts: Causes and Consequences

Foreign currency demand can shift for several reasons. Evaluate the determinants behind these shifts

Hard

Foreign Exchange Market Equilibrium Adjustments

Assess how speculative activities influence the equilibrium in the foreign exchange market and the r

Hard

FRQ 2: Exchange Rate Determinants and Currency Market Equilibrium

Exchange rates are determined by various factors including supply and demand in the foreign exchange

Medium

FRQ 6: Real Interest Rate Differentials and Capital Flows

Differences in real interest rates between countries can significantly influence international capit

Hard

FRQ 7: Analysis of Inbound and Outbound Capital Flows

Capital flows are a key component of the international financial system. In this question, you will

Easy

FRQ 9: Circular Flow of Dollars and Balance of Payments Adjustments

The circular flow of dollars is a fundamental concept in the balance of payments. This question requ

Medium

FRQ 10: Foreign Demand for Domestic Assets and Exchange Rate Movements

Foreign investors increasingly seek domestic assets. In this question, you will analyze how an incre

Hard

FRQ 14: Monetary Policy, Interest Rates, and Exchange Rate Transmission

Monetary policy has a direct impact on domestic interest rates, which in turn affect exchange rate d

Extreme

FRQ 19: Speculation and Forex Market Volatility

Speculative trading in the foreign exchange market can lead to increased volatility and abrupt shift

Extreme

FRQ 20: Dynamic Effects of Shifts in Net Exports on the Domestic Economy

Shifts in net exports have significant dynamic effects on the domestic economy, impacting aggregate

Extreme

FRQ 20: Macroeconomic Policy Coordination in an Open Economy

Persistent current account deficits can undermine an open economy’s stability. This question require

Extreme

Graphical Representation of Balance of Payments Trends

Analyze the relationship between the current account and the capital account as components of the ba

Medium

Impact of Protective Tariffs on Domestic Markets

Evaluate the economic impact of imposing a protective tariff. Your answer should address the followi

Medium

Inflation Differentials and the Impact on Real Interest Rates

Examine how differences in domestic and foreign inflation rates can influence real interest rates an

Medium

Long-run Adjustments to Exchange Rate Shifts

A depreciation of the U.S. dollar occurs suddenly, as depicted in the stimulus graph showing a decli

Hard

Monetary Policy and Exchange Rates

Discuss how monetary policy influences exchange rates and net exports. Provide detailed explanations

Hard

Monetary Policy and International Asset Flows

Discuss how expansionary monetary policy impacts domestic interest rates and subsequently influences

Hard

Official Reserves and Balance of Payments Adjustment

Using the following table, determine the necessary official reserves adjustment and explain its role

Medium

Quotas vs. Tariffs: Evaluating Market Outcomes

Both quotas and tariffs are used to restrict imports, but they have different effects on the domesti

Medium

Real Interest Rates and International Capital Flows

The relationship between domestic real interest rates and international capital flows can be observe

Medium

Real Interest Rates and International Capital Flows

Assess how differences in real interest rates between two countries influence international capital

Medium

Speculation and Currency Markets

Speculation plays an important role in the foreign exchange market by affecting short-term exchange

Hard

Speculation and Exchange Rate Movements

Discuss the role of speculative behavior in the foreign exchange market.

Easy

Speculation Effects on Currency Valuation

Discuss the role of speculation in the foreign exchange market and how it can lead to rapid changes

Extreme

US Balance of Payment Analysis: Current and Capital Accounts

The United States publishes its balance of payments, which includes the current account and the capi

Easy

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Once you’re done reviewing your study guides, find and bookmark all the free response questions you can find. The question above has some good places to look! while you’re going through them, simulate exam conditions by setting a timer that matches the time allowed on the actual exam. Time management is going to help you answer the FRQs on the real exam concisely when you’re in that time crunch.
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Before you start writing out your response, take a few minutes to outline the key points you want to make sure to touch on. This may seem like a waste of time, but it’s very helpful in making sure your response effectively addresses all the parts of the question. Once you do your practice free response questions, compare them to scoring guidelines and sample responses to identify areas for improvement. When you do the free response practice on the AP Macroeconomics Free Response Room, there’s an option to let it grade your response against the rubric and tell you exactly what you need to study more.
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