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Determinants of the Aggregate Demand Curve's Slope

In a more comprehensive economic model, the slope of the aggregate demand curve is not solely determined by the marginal propensity to consume (c1c_1). It is also influenced by the tax rate (tt) and the marginal propensity to import (mm). These factors collectively determine the value of the multiplier, which in turn dictates the steepness of the aggregate demand curve.

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