If the MPC is equal to 0.58, then a $5,119 increase in disposable income will increase savings by what amount? Please round to two decimal places if needed.
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It is the increase in consumer spending due to an increase in income. If the MPC is 0.58, this means that for every dollar increase in income, the consumer will spend 58 cents and save the rest. So, if the MPC is 0.58, the Marginal Propensity to Save (MPS) will Show more…
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