JAMB Economics 2002 Question 42

Question 42

Public Finance

A deficit budget can be used to

  1. A.stimulate recovery from a trade depression
  2. B.protect the economy from inflation
  3. C.starve the economy of funds for economic development
  4. D.provide measures to remedy the balance of payments
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (stimulate recovery from a trade depression)

Explanation

Spending more than revenue injects money into the economy, raising demand and helping recovery from a depression.