A2 Economics Revision: Keynes 45˚ line

With the CAIE A2 exam coming up here is a revision note on Keynes 45˚ line. A popular multi-choice question and usually in one part of an essay. Make sure that you are aware of the following;

Common Errors: 1. C and S are NOT parallel 2. The income level at which Y=C is NOT the equilibrium level of Y which occurs where AMD crosses the 45˚ line. To Remember: 1. OA is autonomous consumption. 2. Any consumption up to C=Y must be financed. 3. At OX1 all income is spent 4. At OB consumption = BQ and saving= PQ 5. Equilibrium level of Y shown in 2 ways a) where AMD crosses 45˚ line b) Planned S = Planned I – point D

Remember the following equilibriums: 2 sector – S=I With Govt – S+T = I+G With Govt and Trade – S+T+M = I+G+X

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