In: Economics
8. Draw the goods market. Illustrate and explain how the market equilibrium would change under the following circumstances:
a. The U.S. dollar gained value compared to foreign currencies.
b. American corporations have become leaner which means that productivity in the U.S. has increased. Hint: How are prices in the U.S. affected, relative to foreign prices?
c. There is a decrease in transfer payments (ie, items like spending on social programs).