Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Macro Economics: Determination of Income and Employment

Question:

Why is the MPC of developing countries more as compared to developed countries?

Options:

Developing countries mostly have high population leading to increased MPC

Developing countries income generation is more than that of developed countries

Developing countries spend more on the basic necessities 

None of the above

Correct Answer:

Developing countries spend more on the basic necessities 

Explanation:

The correct answer is option 3: Developing countries spend more on the basic necessities

MPC refers to the ratio of change in consumption expenditure to change in income. It lies between 0 and 1. The developing country's MPC is high because these countries spend more on the basic necessities of individual. Due to low income levels, people in developing countries often have little disposable income to save. This means that a higher percentage of their income is spent on consumption.