Question
Consider the overlapping generations model where each member lives for two time periods 't' and (t+1). Assume that individuals work in time period 't' and earn wage income, while they do not work in time period (t+1) and survive on interest income. Explain the impact of an increase in interest rate on consumption during time period 't'.
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