The concept of 'Potential Output' or 'Potential GDP' refers to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The concept of 'Potential Output' or 'Potential GDP' refers to:
A. Nominal GDP adjusted for population
B. The maximum output an economy can produce with current resources and technology without inflationary pressure
C. Actual GDP in a given year
D. GDP at current market prices
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Potential output is the level of real GDP that can be sustained over the long term without generating inflationary or deflationary pressures, given existing resources and technology.

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Question #1
In the context of the Indian economy, the 'Twin Deficit' problem refers to:
A. Budget surplus and trade surplus
B. Simultaneous existence of fiscal deficit and current account deficit
C. Capital account surplus and fiscal surplus
D. Only revenue and primary deficits

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The twin deficit hypothesis refers to the co-existence of a fiscal deficit and a current account deficit, which can be linked through the absorption approach or saving-investment identity.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #2
The 'balance of payments' crisis of 1991 in India was partly caused by:
A. high foreign exchange reserves
B. high oil import bill and declining remittances
C. high exports
D. fiscal surplus

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The 1991 BoP crisis was triggered by high oil prices, declining remittances and low reserves.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1
Question #3
Keynes' liquidity preference theory relates the demand for money to:
A. exchange rate
B. prices only
C. interest rate and income
D. income only

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Liquidity preference theory says money demand depends on income and the interest rate.

This question belongs to: Economy GK Economy Set 1