Archive | Accelerator Theory

Let us make an in-depth study of the Accelerator. Learn about:- 1. Meaning of Accelerator 2. Working of Accelerator 3. Importance 4. Conclusion. Meaning of Accelerator: The multiplier and the accelerator are not rivals: they are parallel concepts. While multiplier shows the effect of changes in investment on changes in income (and employment), the accelerator shows the effect of a [...]

Let us make in-depth study of the accelerator theory of investment in an economy. Explanation to the Theory: The Keynesian concept of multiplier states that as the investment increases, income increases by a multiple amount. On the other hand, there is a concept of accelerator which was not taken into account by Keynes which has become popular after Keynes, especially [...]