In a simplified economy, 60% of households are able to perfectly smooth their consumption over time, meaning they do not change their spending when their income temporarily changes. The remaining 40% of households are constrained and spend any additional income they receive immediately. What is the aggregate marginal propensity to consume (MPC) for this entire economy?
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