Which of the following is an example of a positive, as opposed to normative, statement? a. when the minimum wage is increased, unemployment is a predictable consequence. b. the income tax rate should be increased to offset the budget deficit. c. increasing government spending is the best way to the economy move out of a recession. d. more than one of the above are positive statements.

D

Explanation: More than one of the above are positive statements.

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the aksumite empire was an ancient kingdom located in what is now northern ethiopia from the period of 100 ad to 940 ad. its capital was the city of aksum. the kingdom established itself as one of the 4 great powers at its time, along with persia, rome, and china.

the kingdom was rich in goods like gold, iron, and salt. it established strong commercial ties with the regions governed by rome, egypt, and persia (arabia). aksum was a key location in this commercial network. trade was also facilitated with the introduction of the aksumite currency.