A consumption function of the form C = Co + c YD has a positive vertical intercept Co, which indicates that:

CA Foundation · Business Economics · MTP · January 2025
A consumption function of the form C = Co + c YD has a positive vertical intercept Co, which indicates that:
(A) A. some consumption is unaffected by changes in disposable income
(B) B. the MPC will increase as disposable income increases
(C) C. the APC will always increase as disposable income increases
(D) D. the APC will always be less than the MPC

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Correct Answer: Option (A)

A. some consumption is unaffected by changes in disposable income

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