All Other Things Equal, the Real Surplus

question 144

Multiple Choice

All other things equal, the real surplus:

• A)falls as inflation increases.
• B)is not affected by inflation.
• C)rises as inflation increases.
• D)may rise or fall as inflation increases depending on the level of debt.

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