In the Long Run, Any Demand-Side Policy That Attempts to Reduce

question 222

Multiple Choice

In the long run, any demand-side policy that attempts to reduce unemployment below its natural rate will

• A) cause inflation.
• B) be successful.
• C) increase the natural rate.
• D) lower GDP.

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