Table : TABLE 17-1 Hypothetical Effects of a Fiscal Policy with a Multiplier of 2
Effect on
real GDP
$50 billion rise in government
purchases of goods and services
$50 billion rise in
government transfer payments
First round $50 billion $25 billion
Second round $25 billion $12.5 billion
Third round $12.5 billion $6.25 billion
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Eventual effect $100 billion $50 billion