Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Macro Economics: Determination of Income and Employment

Question:

When $C = 70+0.5Y$ and $I = 40$, what is the equilibrium income?

Options:

250

110

220

150

Correct Answer:

220

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → 220

We are given the following:

  • Consumption function: C=70+0.5Y

  • Investment (I): 40

  • Equilibrium condition: Y=C+I

Plug values into the equilibrium condition:

Y = (70+0.5Y)+40

Y=110+0.5Y 

0.5Y=110

Y = 220