10 Fiscal Policy And Economic Systems

Economics · Unit 10

Fiscal Policy and Economic Systems

Exam-focused notes for Fiscal Policy and Economic Systems (Economics, ECO155): what the TU syllabus asks and how it has actually been tested, with 5 solved past questions from this unit.

What this unit covers

  • Fiscal policy definition and tools
  • Expansionary fiscal policy
  • Contractionary fiscal policy
  • Fiscal policy for economic stabilization
  • Free market economy features
  • Mixed economy features and characteristics

Fiscal policy definition and tools

20825 marks

Define fiscal policy. Discuss the tools of fiscal policy used for economic stabilization. [5]

Fiscal policy refers to the government's use of taxation and government spending (expenditure) to influence the level of aggregate demand in the economy and thereby achieve macroeconomic objectives such as full employment, price stability, and economic grow...

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Mixed economy features and characteristics

20805 marks

What are the features of a mixed economy? [5]

A mixed economy is an economic system that combines elements of both market (capitalist) and planned (socialist) economies. The following are its key features: Both government-owned (public) and privately-owned enterprises operate simultaneously. The public...

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2080.15 marks

Describe the features of mixed economy. [5]

A mixed economy is an economic system that combines elements of both market (capitalist) and command (socialist) economies, allowing both private enterprise and government intervention. - Both private individuals/businesses and the government own and contro...

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Expansionary fiscal policy

20805 marks

Differentiate between expansionary fiscal policy and contractionary fiscal policy. [5]

Expansionary Fiscal Policy: - Government policy aimed at increasing aggregate demand and stimulating economic growth - Used during periods of recession or economic slowdown - Objective: boost employment, increase output, and reduce unemployment Contractiona...

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Free market economy features

20795 marks

Explain the features of free market economy. [5]

A free market economy is an economic system where prices are determined by supply and demand, with minimal government intervention. Economic decisions are made by individuals and businesses rather than central planning. - Consumers have the freedom to choos...

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