What is the effect of a rise in import expenditures on the aggregate demand curve?

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Cause the aggregate supply curve to move rightwardCause the aggregate supply curve to move leftwardCause the aggregate demand curve to shift rightwardCause the aggregate demand curve to shift leftwardNo significant impact on aggregate demand or supply

Explanation

An increase in spending on imports means more money is spent on foreign goods rather than domestic products, which reduces overall demand for domestic output. This decrease in domestic demand shifts the aggregate demand curve to the left.