Deficit spending refers to the situation where a government's expenditures exceed its revenues, causing a shortfall that must be financed through borrowing. This tactic is often employed for economic stimulus during periods of low economic activity.
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An inflationary gap occurs when aggregate demand exceeds aggregate supply, causing price increases in a fully employed economy or production increases if the economy is not at full employment. This phenomenon is often attributed to government deficits and excess spending.
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