Explain the effect on economic growth if a government increases income tax (ceteris paribus).
An increase in taxation reflects tighter fiscal policy, reducing the take home pay of those employed. This will reduce the amount of income that households are willing to spend on goods and services in the economy. As consumption spending is a component of aggregate demand, it will result in a lower level of GDP (Gross Domestic Product) and lower economic growth.
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