Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Macro Economics: Determination of Income and Employment

Question:

Downward swing of Aggregate Demand (AD) line is described as :

Options:

Paradox of Construction

Paradox of Saving

Paradox of Demand

Paradox of Thrift

Correct Answer:

Paradox of Thrift

Explanation:

The correct answer is option (4) : Paradox of Thrift

The downward swing of the Aggregate Demand (AD) line is often associated with the Paradox of Thrift. This paradox suggests that when individuals increase their savings in an attempt to be more financially responsible during economic downturns, it can collectively lead to a decrease in aggregate demand, further deepening the economic slump.