Ceteris paribus, a decrease in the demand for loans A. drives the interest rate down. B. drives the interest rate up. C. might not have any effect on interest rates. D. results from an increase in business prospects and a decrease in the level of savings.

> > objectives define federalism and explain why the framers adopted a federal system instead of a unitary system. categorize powers delegated to and denied to the national government, and powers reserved for and denied to the states, and the difference between exclusive and concurrent powers.

Which of the following best explains why buying a house is more beneficial than renting? a. buying is a personal investment while renting involves giving money to the landlord. b. the monthly payments on a mortgage are generally lower than rent on an apartment. c. it's easier to sell a house than it is to get a landlord to break a rental agreement. d. housing prices can go up and down quickly in comparison to the level of rents.

2. a computer equipment was acquired at the beginning of the year at a cost of $56,000 with an estimated residual value of $5,000, and an estimated useful life of five years. determine the second year’s depreciation expense using the straight-line method.