If Restrictive Monetary Policy Leads to a Lower Price Level

question 10

Multiple Choice

If restrictive monetary policy leads to a lower price level but leaves real output, employment, and real interest rates unchanged, then

• A)real money balances must be unchanged
• B)it must have been accompanied by expansionary fiscal policy
• C)it must have been accompanied by restrictive fiscal policy
• D)money is said to be neutral
• E)both A)and D)

Calculate inflation rates and CPI values from given data.

Recognize the effects of inflation and deflation on purchasing power and savings.

Distinguish between various price indices like Core CPI, PPI, and their relevance to consumer costs and inflation.

Learn about the historical occurrence of inflation and deflation in the U.S. economy.

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