Question

A country's economic data indicates that there has been a substantial reduction in the financial capital available to private sector firms. Which of the following most likely had the greatest influence on this economy?
A. especially large and sustained household saving
B. increased borrowing by private firms
C. reduction in influx of funds for foreign financial investors
D. especially large and sustained government borrowing

Answer 1

Answer:

D. especially large and sustained government borrowing

Explanation:

When a government spends more than it collects in taxes, it runs a budget deficit. When the government starts borrowing large sums too much, it can substantially facilitate the reduction in the financial capital available to private sector firms, as well as lead to trade uncertainties and even financial crises.