Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Macro Economics: Determination of Income and Employment

Question:

What will be the value of multiplier if 60% increase in income is consumed?

Options:

2.5

1.5

5

8

Correct Answer:

2.5

Explanation:

The formulae for Keynesian Investment Multiplier is:

k = \(\frac{1 }{\text 1 - MPC }\)

If 60% of increase in income is consumed then MPC can be written as 0.6

So, 

k = \(\frac{1 }{\text 1 - 0.6}\)

k = \(\frac{1 }{\text 0.4}\)

k = \(\frac{10 }{\text 4}\)

k = 2.5