01 If the price of intermediate goods rises while the final good's price and quantity remain unchanged what is the direct effect on GDP?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. GDP may remain unchanged if final output value is unchanged
Explanation: GDP avoids double counting by measuring the market value of final goods or the sum of value added. A higher price for an intermediate input does not automatically change the final good's recorded price or quantity. It may redistribute value added between stages of production, alter profits and raise costs, but if the final output value remains unchanged, measured GDP can remain unchanged in the direct sense described. Therefore C is the only defensible answer; A, B and D claim necessary changes without enough information.