The Output Gap Can Be Used to Estimate the Extent

question 74

Multiple Choice

The output gap can be used to estimate the extent to which the Reserve Bank misses its goal of

• A)maximum employment.
• B)moderate long- term interest rates.
• C)monetary policy.
• D)stable prices.

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