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In what year was John Maynard Keynes born?
In what year was John Maynard Keynes born?
1883
Where did Keynes study before joining the British Civil Service?
Where did Keynes study before joining the British Civil Service?
Eton & King's College, Cambridge
When did Keynes publish 'The Economic Consequences of the Peace'?
When did Keynes publish 'The Economic Consequences of the Peace'?
1919
What treaty did Keynes criticise in 'The Economic Consequences of the Peace'?
What treaty did Keynes criticise in 'The Economic Consequences of the Peace'?
Treaty of Versailles
What did Keynes predict would happen to Germany due to the treaty's harsh terms?
What did Keynes predict would happen to Germany due to the treaty's harsh terms?
Hyperinflation, unemployment & unrest
When did Britain re-adopt the Gold Standard that Keynes criticised?
When did Britain re-adopt the Gold Standard that Keynes criticised?
1925
What did Keynes argue the Gold Standard did to economic growth?
What did Keynes argue the Gold Standard did to economic growth?
Restricted it & worsened downturns
When was 'The General Theory of Employment, Interest and Money' published?
When was 'The General Theory of Employment, Interest and Money' published?
1936
What concept did Keynes introduce as the primary driver of economic activity?
What concept did Keynes introduce as the primary driver of economic activity?
Aggregate demand
What type of intervention did Keynes advocate to manage demand?
What type of intervention did Keynes advocate to manage demand?
Active govt intervention via fiscal policy
During which major economic crisis did Keynesian economics become particularly influential?
During which major economic crisis did Keynesian economics become particularly influential?
The Great Depression
What are neo-Keynesian and post-Keynesian economics examples of?
What are neo-Keynesian and post-Keynesian economics examples of?
Modern adaptations of Keynes's work