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Graphical Determination of Equilibrium Output
The equilibrium level of output in the goods market is determined graphically by finding the intersection of the aggregate demand (AD) function and the 45-degree line. This crossing point is the unique level of output where planned aggregate expenditure equals aggregate income (Y = AD), thus representing the economy's equilibrium state.
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