If the government wanted to slow down the economy's growth, it would A. increase government spending and increase taxes. B. increase government spending and cut taxes. C. decrease government spending and increase taxes. D. decrease government spending and cut taxes.

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24 February, 06:13

If the government wanted to slow down the economy's growth, it would A. increase government spending and increase taxes. B. increase government spending and cut taxes. C. decrease government spending and increase taxes. D. decrease government spending and cut taxes.

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Lizeth · Answer 1

B. increase government spending and cut taxes.

Felix · Answer 2

If the government wanted to slow down the economy's growth it would increase government spending and cut taxes. The more you spend, the more that needs to be compensated for. If they cut taxes, less money would fill the deficit, therefore slowing down the economy's growth.