Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Macro Economics: Determination of Income and Employment

Question:

$C=120 +0.5Y$
$I = 20$
What is the equilibrium income?

Options:

140

280

1400

140.5Y

Correct Answer:

280

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) → 280

To find the equilibrium income, we use the equilibrium condition in a two-sector economy, where Aggregate Demand (AD) equals National Income (Y). 

The Aggregate Demand (AD) is given by: AD=C+I

In equilibrium, Y=AD, so: Y=C+I

Given:

C is the Consumption function: C=120+0.5Y

I is Investment: I=20

Y=(120+0.5Y)+20 

Y=140+0.5Y

0.5Y=140

Y=280