Aspects of fiscal policy Suppose the economy had been producing at potential output but is now producing above it. Which of the following are discretionary fiscal policies that could bring the economy closer to potential output? Check all that apply. ? a. A tax increase b. A rise in spending to prevent coastal erosion c. A reduction in spending on new road constructiond. A tax cut In the preceding scenario, is the discretionary fiscal policy needed to bring the economy closer to potential output an example of expansionary fiscal policy or contractionary fiscal policy?a. Expansionaryb. Contractionary

You work as the sales manager for a company that sells office supplies to businesses of all sizes. because the profit margins are razor-thin, you need to ensure that you are getting the very best prices on paper, pencils, pens, post-it notes, and other office supplies from the manufacturers. when reviewing the quarterly profit statement, you realize that your costs are higher than they should be, and you trace the higher costs back to an employee who has been lax about getting competitive bids to ensure the lowest prices. when you conduct your research to determine the reason for the higher costs, and take action to bring those costs back down, in which of the key management processes are you taking part?