If the Economy's Short-Run Aggregate Supply Curve Is Upward Sloping

question 60

Multiple Choice

If the economy's short-run aggregate supply curve is upward sloping, a decrease in aggregate demand will cause

• A) an increase in the price level and employment.
• B) a decrease in the price level and employment.
• C) an increase in the price level and a decrease in employment.
• D) a decrease in the price level and an increase in employment.

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Definitions:

Par Value

The nominal or face value of a bond, share of stock, or coupon as indicated on a certificate or instrument.

Net Income

The total profit or loss of a company after all revenues, costs, and expenses have been deducted, often referred to as the bottom line.

Earnings Per Share

A financial metric that shows the portion of a company's profit allocated to each outstanding share of common stock.

Stock Split

A corporate action where a company divides its existing shares into multiple shares to boost the liquidity of the shares, though the market capitalization remains the same.