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In the context of macroeconomics, assume Kenya's consumption function is C = 23500 + 0.78Y and the marginal propensity to import (mpm) is 0.35. Calculate the multiplier for both closed and open economies. Discuss four measures for economic growth and explain expansionary fiscal policy using the AD-AS model. Additionally, outline three budget types, analyze the negative effects of borrowing, and suggest two fiscal management measures.

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Answer

a
5

Step-by-step solution

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Part a· 3 steps

  1. The formula for the simple spending multiplier is

    k=11−ck = \frac{1}{1 - c}

    where cc is the marginal propensity to consume (MPC).

  2. Substitute c=0.8c = 0.8

    k=11−0.8=10.2k = \frac{1}{1 - 0.8} = \frac{1}{0.2}
  3. Simplify

    k=5k = 5

    The multiplier is 5\mathbf{5}.
    5

Part b

From the multiplier of 5, the government can improve the economy by using expansionary fiscal policy. One measure is to increase government spending (GG).
For example, a 10 billion increase in GG leads to:
ΔY=k×ΔG=5×10=50\Delta Y = k \times \Delta G = 5 \times 10 = 50 billion increase in GDP.

Part c· 3 steps

  1. In the AD/AS model, expansionary fiscal policy (e.g., ↑G\uparrow G or ↓T\downarrow T) shifts the AD curve rightward from AD1_1 to AD2_2.

  2. Short-run effect

    Intersection with SRAS moves from E1_1 to E2_2, increasing real output from Y1Y_1 to Y2Y_2 and price level from P1P_1 to P2P_2.

  3. This closes a recessionary gap if the economy is below full employment (YfY_f).

    Contractionary policy shifts AD left to close an inflationary gap.

    Fiscal policy thus stabilizes output via AD shifts.

Part d

The two types of fiscal policy Bulgaria can use are:

  1. Expansionary fiscal policy: Increase GG or cut taxes to boost AD.
  2. Contractionary fiscal policy: Decrease GG or raise taxes to reduce AD.

Part e

Kenya's heavy reliance on domestic and international borrowing has negative effects:

  1. High debt servicing costs: Crowds out private investment and essential spending (e.g., health, education).
  2. Vulnerability to external shocks: Currency depreciation increases foreign debt burden; donor conditions limit policy autonomy.
  3. Inflationary pressure: Domestic borrowing raises interest rates.

Part f

Two measures for better fiscal management:

  1. Implement fiscal rules: Set legal limits on budget deficits (e.g., deficit < 3% of GDP) to enforce discipline and prevent overspending.
  2. Debt sustainability analysis: Regularly assess debt-to-GDP ratio and introduce medium-term expenditure frameworks to align spending with revenue.
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