Question 25
National IncomeWhich of the following can be used to measure the Gross National Product in an open economy?
- A.C+I+G
- B.C+I+G+(X−M)
- C.C−I−G−(X+M)
- D.C+I+G+X.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (C+I+G+(X−M))
Explanation
In an open economy total spending = consumption + investment + government spending + net exports (X − M).