If planned spending exceeds planned output in an economy,the result is a(n) _____.

A) increase in inventories
B) decrease in gross domestic product
C) decrease in imports
D) increase in government purchases
E) unintended decrease in inventories

Planned Spending

Planned or budgeted expenditures by individuals, companies, or governments anticipated over a certain period.

Planned Output

The expected or targeted level of production set by a company or economy, often based on demand forecasts and capacity planning.

Inventories

The total amount of goods and materials held by a company or business in anticipation of sale or completion.