The Three Figures Below Show the Phases of a Disinflation

question 90

Multiple Choice

The three figures below show the phases of a disinflation.In part (i) ,the economy is experiencing a sustained inflation at E₁. FIGURE 29-4 Refer to Figure 29-4,part (iii) .Consider the recovery phase of the disinflation process.The disadvantage of implementing an expansionary monetary policy to shift equilibrium from E₃ to E₄ is

• A)the likelihood of entering a deflationary phase.
• B)that since expected inflation has been eliminated,real wages will not adjust to any further AD or AS shocks.
• C)a falling price level.
• D)firms and consumers will no longer respond to decreases in interest rates.
• E)the danger of reviving expected inflation,and having to repeat the phases of the disinflation.

Recognize the impact of expiration on the time value of both call and put options.

Grasp the negative or positive correlations between option prices and underlying factors such as stock price, time to expiration, stock volatility, and strike price.

Comprehend and apply the Black-Scholes option pricing model and its input variables.

Identify the intrinsic value of options and how it compares to their actual market value.

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