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A-LevelEconomicsThe macroeconomy9708/12 · May/June 2016 · Q191 Mark

In 2012, high street shops reported a fall in sales as domestic demand in an economy fell. However, the impact on the overall economy was not as unfavourable as was first feared. What might have lessened the impact on the economy?

AExports increased.
BImports increased.
CSavings increased.
DTaxes increased.

✓ Correct answer

A: Exports increased.

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The macroeconomy, A-Level Economics (syllabus 9708). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source
A-Level Economics, May/June 2016 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 19.

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