Question

Pessimism Suppose the economy is in long-run equilibrium. Then because of corporate scandal, international tensions, and loss of confidence in policymakers, people become pessimistic regarding the future and retain that level of pessimism for some time. Refer to Pessimism. In the short run what happens to the price level and real GDP? A. The price level rises and real GDP falls. B. The price level falls and real GDP rises. C. Both the price level and real GDP fall. D. Both the price level and real GDP rise.

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer is option C.

Explanation:

Suppose there is pessimism in an economy because of corporate scandals, international tensions, loss of confidence, etc. This is going to adversely affect the economy. Because of corporate scandals, the investment will decline. Loss of confidence in consumers will cause a reduction in consumption spending. International tensions cause net exports to decline.  

All of this causes aggregate demand to decline. The aggregate demand curve moves to the left. This leftward shift causes both the quantity of output and price to fall. As output fall real GDP will decline as well.