Question 29
MediumOriginal questionWhich of these can be negative?
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer A
Correct answer: A
Explanation
At incomes below break-even, saving is negative, so APS = S ÷ Y is negative.
MPC and MPS are positive fractions in Keynes's theory; APC is always positive.
- Concept
- Negative APS
- Typical timeTypical
- 70 s
- Your timeYours
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